VOICED : Queen bees: how honey co-ops help Afghan women take control

The video highlights a beekeeping initiative in rural Afghanistan, where a mother of seven leads her family in honey production. Despite cultural norms, she works alongside her husband and son, with support from an NGO that trains women in beekeeping. The initiative has empowered women, with half of the 400 registered beekeepers in Bamyan Province being female. The video shares personal stories of beekeepers, illustrating the economic benefits and potential for gender equality. Beekeeping offers a sustainable income, surpassing traditional livestock farming, and represents a step towards a more equal future for women in the region.

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