Our Statements & Advocacy Record
A chronological record of MAWIE's public statements, commemorations, and engagements - a plainspoken account of what we've raised our voice on, and when.
Statement of Movement of Afghanistan Women in Exile on the Announcement of the National University Entrance Examination Results Without the Participation of Women
The continued denial of higher education to women and girls, who constitute nearly half of Afghanistan's population, cannot be justified under any legitimate legal, moral, or religious framework. The exclusion of women from education under... Read more
Taliban Supporter's Justification for the Arrest of Women: "A Woman Has No Right to Look at the Road with Both Eyes"
Recent remarks by a Taliban supporter claiming that "a woman has no right to look at the road with both eyes" reflect the continued escalation of discriminatory attitudes and restrictions imposed on women and girls in Afghanistan. These sta... Read more
Inspiration from the Forest for the Women of Afghanistan
Within every forest lies a hidden story—a story that can only be heard by those who listen with calm hearts and seen by those who look with hopeful eyes. Many people believe that the "law of the jungle" means the rule of the strong over the... Read more
Statement of the Movement of Afghanistan Women in Exile On the Occasion of Afghanistan's Three color Flag Day
The black, red, and green flag has, for generations, symbolized the hopes of Afghans for independence, dignity, justice, and national unity. For many citizens, it remains a powerful reminder of the values of freedom, equality, and the pursu... Read more
Joint Statement on the Occasion of World Refugee Day 20 June 2025
In recent months, credible reports from international organizations and reliable sources have documented a significant increase in the forced deportation, arbitrary detention, mistreatment, and systematic violations of the fundamental right... Read more
Statement of the Movement of Afghanistan Women in Exile on the Death of Kobra Rezai
According to her family, parts of Ms. Rezai's remains have not yet been recovered, and several of her personal belongings, including her mobile phone and identification documents, remain missing. Reports further indicate that two individual... Read more
Inauguration party of Movement of Afghanistan women in exile
The Movement of Afghanistan Women in Exile was officially inaugurated in Islamabad, Pakistan, under the leadership of Ms. Farzana Rezaei. The movement brings together a diverse group of Afghan women committed to promoting human rights, gend... Read more