Volker Turk, the UN human rights chief, has called on Taliban authorities to reverse their ban on Afghan women working for NGOs. In a statement, he expressed deep concern following the Taliban’s recent decree threatening to revoke NGO licenses that employ women. The UN highlights the worsening humanitarian situation in Afghanistan, stating that the ban will severely impact aid delivery. Turk urged the Taliban to revoke discriminatory measures against women, emphasizing that sustainable progress cannot occur without their full participation in public life.