To defend the fundamental rights of women and girls against systemic human rights violations and gender apartheid, through education, documentation, support, independent storytelling, and rights-based advocacy at national and international levels
To strengthen human dignity, gender equality, and access to education, protection, justice, and social participation for Afghan women, while establishing accountability mechanisms for perpetrators of women’s rights violations.
Our activities are guided by the following principles:
- Commitment to universal human rights and gender equality
- Prioritizing the safety and protection of women (Do No Harm)
- Independence, political neutrality, and victim-centered approaches
- Confidentiality and protection of identities of at-risk individuals
- No legitimization of rights-violating structures
We work in the following strategic areas:
- Education and empowerment of women and girls
- Documentation and advocacy for women’s rights
- Humanitarian and psychosocial support
- Physical and mental health, reclaiming bodily rights
- Sustainable livelihoods and economic independence
- Art, media, and preservation of women’s collective memory
- International networking and advocacy
- Digital and physical security for women human rights defenders
Our projects are specific, time-bound, and measurable actions implemented within these programs, addressing the immediate and long-term needs of Afghan women both inside the country and in exile.