Qazi M Babakarkhail
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Qazi M Babakarkhail
@qmarziababakarkh.bsky.social
Winner of @thefusionawards #WomenOfTheYear
Proud Refugee #Feminist
Prominent Advocate For #AfgFemaleJudges
Survivor of 2 assassination attempts by Taliban
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Ms Magazine republish the opinion piece by @qmarziababakarkh.bsky.social – who will be speaking at #FiLiA2025 – on the situation for Afghan Women judges, four years after the Taliban’s return.

#GlobalSisterhood #Afghanistan #AfghanWomen

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'I Am Alive, but I Am Not Living': Four Years After the Taliban’s Return, Afghan Women Judges Go Deeper Underground
When the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan in August 2021, one of their earliest, most devastating acts was to remove all women judges from their positions. These courageous women, educated in t...
msmagazine.com
August 26, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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'These Women risked everything for justice and equality, values that the UK claims to uphold. Immediate action is required'

@qmarziababakarkh.bsky.social, who is speaking at #FiLiA2025

www.thetimes.com/uk/law/artic...
Without asylum offers, Afghan women judges’ lives are at risk
Despite UK relocation schemes, progress has been painfully slow, leaving many legal specialists in Afghanistan trapped in extreme danger
www.thetimes.com
September 11, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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'As I write this, from where I live in #Manchester, England, there are 49 women judges in #Afghanistan and 19 stuck in transit in #Pakistan who urgently need help to survive and escape.'

Hear @qmarziababakarkh.bsky.social at #FiLiA2025

Tickets available NOW 🎟

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Marzia Babakarkhail
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June 25, 2025 at 8:09 AM
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Article by @qmarziababakarkh.bsky.social, who was a family law judge in #Afghanistan in the 1990s and who will be speaking at #FiLiA2025.

Now in England, she campaigns for the evacuation and resettlement of women Afghan judges and their families.

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Four Years After the Taliban's Return, Afghan Women Judges Go Deeper Underground
Four Years After the Taliban's Return, Afghan Women Judges Go Deeper Underground - PassBlue
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August 8, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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We look forward to welcoming our Sister @qmarziababakarkh.bsky.social to update us on her campaign to free #AfgFemaleJudges

'Women may have reported a sharper decline in life satisfaction due to the #Taliban placing increased restrictions on women’s rights.'

www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Epilogue to the war: Afghanistan reports the lowest well-being in recorded history
Analyses reveal that after the War in Afghanistan, Afghans reported the lowest subjective well-being in recorded history.
www.science.org
May 30, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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'The Home Office should confirm that all Women & Girls from #Afghanistan are in need of international protection'

We look forward to welcoming @qmarziababakarkh.bsky.social to #FiLiA2025 to talk about her campaign to bring the remaining Female judges to safety.

freemovement.org.uk/the-uncertai...
The uncertain future for Afghan women seeking asylum - Free Movement
In my previous article, I outlined the precipitous fall in the rate of recognition for Afghan asylum claims following the change in the Home Office policy
freemovement.org.uk
June 10, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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'Chess is the latest sport to be restricted by the #Taliban. Women are essentially barred from participating in sport.'

Attend #FiLiA2025 to hear from Afghan activist @qmarziababakarkh.bsky.social about her #Afghan female judges campaign.

➡️ filia.org.uk/tickets

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Taliban suspends chess in Afghanistan over gambling concerns
Chess will be suspended until religious considerations are addressed, a spokesman said.
www.bbc.co.uk
May 13, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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📢 Saturday Speaker Announcement!

MARZIA BABAKARKHAIL a former judge in #Afghanistan, was targeted by the #Taliban for creating a foundation to educate girls & they tried to kill her. Marzia is now in the UK & is coming to #FiLiA2025

🎟️ filia.org.uk/tickets

#AfghanWomen #LetHerLearn #AfghanGirls
May 3, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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If we could shift focus to the real work, that would be amazing 🙏

You know: Ending violence against women, equal pay, and access to healthcare…
April 15, 2025 at 7:39 PM
The legacy of good people is never forgotten. Their efforts and dedication shape the world in ways we may never fully understand. These individuals leave a mark on history that inspires and guides future generations. Their commitment will forever echo in the hearts of those they touched.
January 20, 2025 at 8:42 PM