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Afghan IOC Member Fights for Girls' Education and Sports

12/13/2025

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Samira Asghari, Afghanistan's International Olympic Committee member, advocates for women's rights to education and sport.
She notes the Taliban ban on girls' schooling beyond age 12.
She pursues dialogue with the regime to create opportunities for future generations.
International acceptance hinges on the regime's respect for human rights, according to Asghari.

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Samira Asghari, Afghanistan's International Olympic Committee member, advocates for women's rights to education and sport.
She notes the Taliban ban on girls' schooling beyond age 12.
She pursues dialogue with the regime to create opportunities for future generations.
International acceptance hinges on the regime's respect for human rights, according to Asghari.