Celebrating the Courage of Afghan Women
In recognition of the enduring strength of Afghan women, Ambassador Wood and the U.S. Embassy marked International Women's Day.
Afghan and American officials spoke to the courage demonstrated by women in this country.
Although Afghan women have had less access to education, health care and employment, they have demonstrated leadership and increased participation in society.
Those gathered celebrated the positive developments for women’s rights. Afghanistan’s constitution guarantees equal legal status for women.
Women make up 26% of the Upper and Lower Houses of parliament.
Bamyan province is governed by Afghanistan’s first female governor.
There are prominent women in the Afghan National Army, serving as judges and prosecutors, and working in all levels of Afghan society.
Girls’ access to education, although still significantly lower than boys, has vastly increased.
To wrap up the celebration, Elaha, a former contestant on "Afghan Star", entertained close to 200 guests.