With Afghan girls denied a secondary education, some are running secret schools

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The Taliban has banned secondary education for girls, and despite this, some educators are secretly teaching girls through underground schools. The article does not provide specific numbers on how many secret schools exist or how many students attend them. These educators are operating outside of government oversight and regulation, providing an opportunity for girls to continue their education in the face of Taliban restrictions.

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The Taliban has banned secondary education for girls, but some educators are finding ways to continue teaching them in secret schools or through virtual classes based overseas, including Canada. According to the United Nations, 2.4 million Afghan girls have been denied access to secondary education and this number could rise to 4 million by 2030. These hidden schools offer a lifeline for girls who want to learn but are barred from doing so in public institutions.

Written for “Girls Education Under Taliban Rule” on 2026-10-22, grounded in this article and the 1 other(s) covering the same event.

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