Opinion: Women’s rights activists in Afghanistan listened to Canadian officials when we urged them to step up and claim their rights. They moved in brave and courageous ways. We are now called to be equally brave and courageous in our support of them.
called for the federal government to take immediate steps and report clearly on its progress. This includes facilitating the evacuation, travel and resettlement in Canada of Afghans at risk.
Front-line organizations also need our support. The government can direct resources to women-led and LGBTQ+ organizations operating in Afghanistan, and to Afghan women participating in discussions on the future of their country from safer places. This means immediate resources for groups who are organizing and delivering critical services, and longer-term support to shore up women’s economic survival and girls’ education and health care.
Finally, Canada should work with other governments and multilateral organizations to make sure that humanitarian aid reaches those who fall through the cracks, including women, LGBTQ+ people and girls. This includes guarantees that humanitarian organizations can employ women — an essential measure in ensuring aid reaches women-headed households and moves to the most vulnerable.
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