UNAMA Deputy Political Chief Highlights Importance of Girls' Education During Visit to Bamyan

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The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has announced that its Deputy Special Representative for Political Affairs, Georgette Gagnon, visited Bamyan province and met with Taliban officials, women, local elders, and business owners.

According to UNAMA’s statement, on Thursday (May 29), Ms. Gagnon visited an educational center and a health facility dedicated to women and children struggling with addiction in Bamyan.

Several residents of Bamyan expressed their concerns during meetings with the UN delegation, highlighting the sharp decline in international aid, growing challenges in the political, social, and economic sectors, and increasing poverty.

Meanwhile, a group of female journalists from Radio Bamyan also met with Ms. Gagnon and provided information about the station’s awareness-raising programs for women and girls, particularly in the areas of health and education. They emphasized the need for support for local media outlets.

According to the UNAMA press release, Ms. Gagnon reiterated the United Nations’ commitment to the people of Afghanistan and stressed the importance of education for girls and women. She also discussed ongoing efforts to international engagement.

While a portion of international aid has been reduced in recent months, UN officials have previously warned that the withdrawal of financial support by some donor countries, including the United States, has worsened the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.