Achieving Gender Equality in Afghanistan By 2020

Abstract

Women form 50 percent of the Afghan population and the stability of this nation will be best reflected only by an improvement in their condition since they have always been subjected to any change, turmoil and cultural and religious norms prevailing in the country. Gender equality refers to a concept that all men and women, are free to develop according to their personal capabilities and can also make their choices irrespective of the hindrances posed by traditional gender rules, prejudices etc. Therefore, gender equality deciphers an equal level of consideration for all human needs and aspiration. However, in the case of Afghanistan, achieving gender equality is a target that needs tons of effort to realize.