All Afghans worry that their dreams will come to an end if
hardline militants regain power, albeit peacefully as part of a new government.
"With the return of the Taliban, society will be
transformed and ruined," Karimi said. "The women will be sent
underground, they will be forced to wear the burqa to leave their homes."
One woman wore a bright yellow blouse that fell over her
shoulders as she worked, a style that is a bit sassy even in the women's space
of the salon. This would have been totally impossible under the Taliban, who
ruled until the US-led invasion in 2001. In fact, the Taliban banned hair
salons in general, part of a notoriously harsh ideology that often hits women
and girls the hardest. , which includes prohibiting them from education and the
right to work or even to travel outside their home without a male relative.
Post a Comment
We want to know your comments and concerns. Remember: Respect distinguishes us, education makes us different...