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"A woman's place is at the peace table"

21 Apr 2011

Afghan women want an end to the conflict. But as the prospect of negotiations with the Taliban draws closer, many women fear that they may also pay a heavy price for peace. Reconciliation with the Taliban, a group synonymous with misogynous policies and the violent repression of women, raises serious concerns about the possible erosion of recently gained rights and freedoms.
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Authors

Levine, Corey

Pages
20
Published in
Ottawa, Ontario

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