Georgetown Institute Report: Afghanistan Ranked as the Worst Country for Women

The Georgetown University Institute for Women, Peace, and Security has identified Afghanistan as the worst country in the world for women, highlighting a severe decline in women’s rights in the nation.

Afghanistan Declared the Worst Country for Women Globally

According to a report released by the Georgetown University Institute for Women, Peace, and Security, Afghanistan has been rated the worst country for women among 181 nations. This ranking is based on an analysis of 13 indicators across three categories: participation, justice, and security.

Afghanistan Holds the Lowest Ranking for Women Among 181 Countries

The condition of women in Afghanistan has significantly deteriorated since the Taliban regained power in 2021. Severe restrictions in areas such as education, employment, and social freedoms continue to loom over the country.

Georgetown Institute: The Situation for Women in Afghanistan Has Fallen Sharply

The report emphasizes that more than 2.2 million adolescent girls in Afghanistan have lost access to education. It also examines the negative impact of these restrictions on women’s employment and their presence in public studies.

Women in Afghanistan Continues to be Deprived of Rights and Social Freedoms

Girls above the sixth grade are still prohibited from attending school. Existing issues surrounding women’s employment and their participation in social activities persist with even greater intensity.

Analysis of Women’s Status in Afghanistan Compared to Other Countries

The report identifies Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Finland as the best countries for women. These indicators serve as primary benchmarks for assessing the status of women in different parts of the world.