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Freedom of Expression
Every Afghan has the right to speak, write, gather and believe without fear.
Our Position
Every Afghan has the right to speak, write, gather and believe without fear.
The movement speaks through dated, numbered statements and keeps a public record of how its Forum is moderated.
The Situation Today
- 122 → 175Press freedom rank, of 180RSF index, 2021 to 2026
- ~12,000 → 4,759JournalistsBefore August 2021 and one year later
- −74%Women journalists and media workers2021 to 2025
- 48 hoursNationwide internet blackout29 September to 1 October 2025
Figures are from published sources, set out in full on the topic pages below and in The State of Afghanistan 2026.
What We Call For
- Journalists able to work without arrest or censorship.
- Women's voices heard in public and in the media.
- An open internet, with no shutdowns.
- Peaceful assembly and belief without fear.
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Our Core Principles
- Democracy & Inclusive GovernanceA government accountable to its people.
- Human RightsEqual rights for all, including women and minorities.
- Education for AllEvery girl and every boy in a classroom.
- Rule of LawInstitutions that answer to the people, not to force.
- Economic OpportunityJobs, investment and responsible use of natural resources.
- Freedom of ExpressionThe right to speak, write, gather and believe without fear.
- A Stable and Peaceful AfghanistanNo safe haven for extremism or terrorism.
- A Connected AfghanistanEngaged with its region and the world.
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