Australian Association of Women Judges - Statement on Women Judges in Afghanistan

19/08/2021

The Australian Association of Women Judges (AAWJ) joins with the many international and national associations expressing their grave concerns about the unfolding situation in Afghanistan, particularly for women and girls.

The AAWJ supports the efforts to evacuate Australian personnel and Afghan citizens who worked alongside them. In addition, we urge the Australian Government to consider the plight of women leaders, who have made substantial contributions to their nation over the last 20 years and are at risk because of their roles and gender, including women Judges.

Some 270 women serve as judges in Afghanistan.

The full media statement is available here.