HRD+ Statement in Support of Freedom of Expression of Civil Activists Advocating for the Fundamental Right to Education
29.03.2026Human Rights Defenders Plus (HRD+) states that Mr. Qadoos Khatibi and Mr. Fayyaz Ghori, civil activists from Herat, have, solely as responsible citizens, expressed their peaceful views in support of reopening schools for girls and have advocated for their right to education. This action represents a clear manifestation of the connection between “freedom of expression” […]
Joint Statement on the Escalation of Tensions Between Pakistan and de facto authorities in Afghanistan
We are deeply concerned by the rapidly unfolding situation between the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and the de facto authorities in Afghanistan. The escalation of cross-border hostilities in recent weeks has placed civilian lives, regional stability, and long-standing economic ties under grave threat. Over the past weeks, exchanges of military strikes and confrontations have intensified […]
Civil Society Joint Statement “Criminal Procedure Code for Courts” will further deepen the human rights crisis in Afghanistan
Civil Society joint statement addressing the ongoing and grave human rights concerns in Afghanistan. This statement reflects a collective commitment by civil society partners to uphold fundamental rights, accountability, and justice. We invite our partners, media colleagues, and supporters to read the full statement and share it widely. Broad engagement and coordinated advocacy are essential […]
HRD+ Statement on the Destruction of Musical Instruments and the Violation of the Cultural Rights of Citizens of Afghanistan
Human Rights Defenders Plus (HRD+) issues this statement to draw the urgent attention of the international community to the serious and systematic violations of the cultural rights of the citizens of Afghanistan. Based on documented reports and published images, the Taliban have collected musical instruments in the provinces of Parwan and Laghman and publicly set […]
HRD+ Statement, Condemning the Taliban’s New Regulation on the Basis of Human Rights Principles
Date: 23/01/2026Human Rights Defenders Plus (HRD+) considers the Taliban’s new regulation issued on 4th of January 2026 as Criminal Procedure Code for Courts to be a document that institutionalises systematic human rights violations and consolidates rule by coercion—a document founded neither on the will of the people, nor on law, nor on accepted legal standards. […]
HRD+ Statement on Condemning the Arrest of Nazera Rashidi, a Woman Journalist in Kunduz, Afghanistan
Human Rights Defenders Plus (HRD+) expresses its deep and grave concern and strongly condemns the arrest of Ms. Nazera Rashidi, a committed journalist in Kunduz province, carried out by the Taliban intelligence services. This action constitutes a clear and systematic violation of fundamental freedoms, particularly freedom of expression, freedom of the media, and women’s rights […]
Joint Public Statement Requesting Organizations People’s Tribunal for Women of Afghanistan
11 December 2025 Today’s judgment by the People’s Tribunal for Women of Afghanistan is a historic and decisive affirmation of what Afghan women have been saying for more than four years: that the systematic erasure of women from public life under Taliban rule is not merely discrimination, but a crime under international law.The Tribunal has […]
HRD+ Statement on the Forced Deportation of Afghan Refugees from Pakistan and the Threats towards Persons in Vulnerable Situations
27 October 2025Human Rights Defenders Plus (HRD+) expresses its profound concern and strongly condemns the widespread and organized campaign of arrests, harassment, systematic pressure, and the forced expulsion of Afghan refugees from Pakistan. These actions constitute a clear violation of fundamental principles of international law, humanitarian obligations, customary norms on refugee protection, and basic human […]
Statement of the Human Rights Defenders Plus – HRD+ Regarding the Ban on the Broadcast Activities of Shamshad TV
In recent days, the Taliban authorities have imposed further restrictions on the media in Afghanistan. Despite the suffocating atmosphere and intense surveillance by the regime, media outlets in the country continue their efforts to inform the public and make use of any remaining space for journalism. However, even with utmost caution and adherence to neutrality, […]
Systematic Arrest of Women in Afghanistan; Taliban’s Abuse of Power and Religion for Repression and Financial Extortion
23 July 2025 With deep concern and serious distress, we bring to the attention of the international community numerous documented reports of widespread, degrading, and organized arrests of women by the Taliban’s so-called “Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice (PVPV).” These arrests are being carried out deliberately in densely populated and […]