But despite the challenges, there also have been improvements and victories. By creating opportunities for women to participate equally at every level, including in decision making, we can transform health systems, bridge gender gaps, and build a healthier, more equitable world. The situation in afghanistan worsened in 2024 as the taliban authorities intensified their crackdown on human rights, particularly against women and girls
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Afghanistan remained the only country.
Recalling that discrimination against women violates the principles of equality of rights and respect for human dignity, is an obstacle to the participation of women, on equal terms with men, in the political, social, economic and cultural life of their countries, hampers the growth of the prosperity of society and the family and makes more.
To achieve this, health systems must prioritize women’s and girls’ health needs and their full participation in the workforce
