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ISBN: 978-91-90084-01-4
Part 1: Introduction
Since the Taliban took over Afghanistan in August 2021, human rights, as well as economic, social and cultural rights, have significantly deteriorated, particularly for vulnerable groups such as women and girls, ethnic and religious minorities, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ persons. Many people, especially those at the intersection of multiple identities, face compounded marginalisation, prejudice and discrimination. One of the most contentious issues in this context is women’s access to health and maternal healthcare services. This study aims to explore how social identities – such as gender, ethnicity, class, disability and sexual orientation – contribute to the multiple layers of discrimination and inequality that women in Afghanistan face in accessing maternal health and gynaecological care.