OIC Expresses Grave Concern over Afghanistan’s Ban on Women in Nursing and Midwifery Courses
The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has expressed grave concern over the Afghan de facto authorities’ decision to ban women from pursuing nursing and midwifery courses, marking another setback for women’s education in the country.
Unanticipated and Disappointing Directive
In a statement released on Thursday, the OIC General Secretariat expressed grave concern over this unexpected and deeply disappointing directive. The General Secretariat deplores this new restrictive decree barring women from pursuing medical education, stating that such a decision comes not just as a frustrating blow to the basic rights of Afghan women, but it is also likely to produce a detrimental impact on Afghanistan’s healthcare system which is facing formidable challenges.
Disappointment and Call for Reconsideration
The General Secretariat has been quite hopeful that, through its committed and constructive engagement with the de facto authorities in Kabul, positive measures would be deployed to lift any ban on Afghan young women and girls to access education in line with OIC’s Resolutions and women’s rights in Islam. However, the General Secretariat insistently calls upon the de facto authorities in Kabul to revisit these latest measures.
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Conclusion
The OIC’s expression of concern over the Afghan government’s ban on women in nursing and midwifery courses highlights the significant challenges facing women’s education in Afghanistan. The organisation’s call for the government to revisit this decision is a vital step towards ensuring the protection of women’s basic rights and the preservation of Afghanistan’s healthcare system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why did the OIC express concern over the Afghan government’s ban on women in nursing and midwifery courses?
A: The OIC expressed concern over the ban because it undermines the basic rights of Afghan women and may have a detrimental impact on the country’s healthcare system.
Q: What did the OIC General Secretariat call for in response to the ban?
A: The General Secretariat called for the de facto authorities in Kabul to revisit this decision and ensure that Afghan women and girls have access to education in line with OIC’s Resolutions and women’s rights in Islam.