VOICED : Afghan women embrace a new empowerment: divorce

The video discusses the struggles of Afghan women like Nadia and Fazila, who face domestic abuse and societal pressure against divorce. Despite these challenges, there is a slow shift in societal norms, with more women seeking legal recourse. The UN reports a slight increase in divorce cases, indicating a gradual change in traditional views. Under Taliban rule, women had no rights, but now they are beginning to access their rights and find solutions to domestic violence.

What are some of the reasons women might not pursue divorce despite facing abuse?

In what ways are women beginning to find alternatives to domestic violence and abuse?