Even though women have made extraordinary contributions to Islamic civilization, in many countries they are still being left behind, UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed said during a speech in Saudi Arabia on Monday.
Even though women have made extraordinary contributions to Islamic civilization, in many countries they are still being left behind, UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed
She recalled that from the start, Islam recognized women's right to participate in political decision-making, to inherit, and to own property and businesses,"yet many centuries later, in many countries and in many areas of life, women have been left behind." "Afghan women need to play their full part in building the future of their country, and their country needs its women and girls to flourish. The Taliban's harsh restrictions and denial of divinely granted rights must be addressed as a matter of urgency," she said.Turning to the second front, Ms.
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