A recent research report has highlighted what it describes as a severe deterioration in the situation of people with disabilities in Afghanistan since August 2021.
According to the report, people with disabilities have faced increasing restrictions on access to healthcare and education, while economic difficulties have also intensified.
The research further says women and girls with disabilities face multiple forms of restrictions and discrimination, adding to the challenges they already experience because of their disabilities.
The report indicates that barriers to essential services have made it more difficult for people with disabilities to meet their basic needs and participate fully in society.
It also highlights concerns over the limited availability of educational and healthcare opportunities, as well as the economic pressures facing families and individuals with disabilities.
Women and girls are described as particularly vulnerable because they face restrictions related to both disability and gender.
The findings underscore concerns over the need for greater access to essential services and protection for people with disabilities across Afghanistan.