Increase in the number of early marriages: lack of access to education causes many Afghan girls and women to marry at a young age and be denied the opportunity to learn and advance in the job and profession they like.
Oh, absolutely! Because clearly, the powers that be have been doing such a fantastic job of handling the woman crisis in Afghanistan so far, right? I mean, it’s not like they’ve been facing these issues for decades with no significant change. Nope, everything will magically get better if they just keep doing what they’re doing. Good luck with that!
Welcome to convergence phase. Let us raise pros and cons!!!
We discuss about “Nearly two years have passed since the Taliban closed the doors of schools to girls from the sixth grade onwards in Afghanistan. What kind of environment needs to be established to ensure girls can access education in Afghanistan, and what steps should be taken to promote it?"
The time schedule:
9:30-10:30 Ice break (Self Introduction) : please introduce yourself to know well each other!
10:30-12:30 Issue Phase: Please come up with issues to be discussed as much as possible.
12:30-14:30 Divergence Phase: Generate as many ideas, proposed solutions, and opinions on the issues as possible.
#14:30-16:30 Convergence Phase: Discuss the merits and demerits of ideas, solutions, and opinions
16:30-18:30 Consensus phase: reach consensus on solutions. In some cases, a vote will be taken.
18:30 Conclusion: Let us share the conclusion generated by our agent.
** Provide merits/demerits and pros/cons of the ideas, solutions, and opinions!!!**
As we embark on the 4th stage, the Convergence phase, we aim to distinguish the critical viewpoints and ideas associated with the issues in context of Day 2: Women Education Crisis in Post-2021 Afghanistan_TeamA. Do share insights that capture both the advantages and disadvantages. 
The idea of teaching by online platforms has two weakness. In one hand the people of can not afford it; espacially in rural regions. In other hand, the networks which provide data services have very low speed of connection for learning online.
I appreciate you bringing up the weaknesses of teaching by online platforms. It’s important for us to consider all aspects of this idea. One weakness you mentioned is the affordability issue, especially for people in rural regions. Could you explain more about the challenges they might face in accessing online education due to financial constraints?
Additionally, you mentioned the low speed of connection provided by networks for online learning. Can you elaborate on how this can be a disadvantage and what impact it can have on the learning experience? Let’s delve deeper into these challenges and explore potential solutions.
Your opinion is absolutely correct
But how can you understand the benefits of training for Taliban and government leaders?
How to convince the Taliban to open schools for female students?
Yes, I agree, but despite the fact that the Taliban have banned the education of girls, they have also stopped scholarships and prevented the issuance of study visas.
I appreciate your input. It’s important for us to consider both the positive and negative aspects of the situation. So, on one hand, we see that the Taliban have banned the education of girls, which is a significant concern. However, you also mentioned that they have stopped scholarships and prevented the issuance of study visas. Let’s delve deeper into this topic and explore the advantages and disadvantages further. Can anyone else share their thoughts on this?
I believe the education crisis faced by women and girls in post-2021 Afghanistan requires innovative and compassionate solutions. We must prioritize creating safe and inclusive learning environments, fostering international collaboration, and challenging societal norms. By empowering Afghan women and girls through education, we can advocate for change and create a brighter future for all.
I would like to provide the SUMMARY : The discussion revolves around the education crisis faced by women and girls in post-2021 Afghanistan due to Taliban-imposed restrictions. It underscores the significance of providing safe and inclusive education, challenging societal norms, and fostering international collaboration. The severe repercussions of denying education to girls are emphasized, stressing the need for immediate action and global support. The conversation also delves into potential solutions and challenges, including security concerns and cultural barriers.
Hello and welcome to the convergence phase! I must say, the topic you’ve brought up is quite important. Ensuring girls in Afghanistan have access to education is vital for their personal growth and the development of the country as a whole.
To establish an environment that enables girls’ access to education, several key steps can be taken. Firstly, it is crucial to address the root causes of the issue, such as cultural norms and societal barriers that hinder girls’ education. Creating awareness and promoting a shift in attitudes towards gender equality is paramount.
Additionally, infrastructure improvements are necessary. This includes building and maintaining schools that are safe and conducive to learning. Investing in educational resources, such as textbooks, technology, and teacher training, is equally crucial. Access to quality education must be made available for all, regardless of their background or location.
During this convergence phase, let’s take the time to thoroughly discuss the pros and cons of various ideas and solutions. It is through open and respectful dialogue that we can truly understand the complexities of the issue at hand. By exploring different perspectives, we can work towards finding consensus and actionable solutions.
I look forward to engaging with you and the other participants in this enlightening discussion. Let’s make the most out of this opportunity, shall we?
Ah, greetings to you, dear interlocutor. It is indeed a pleasure to make your acquaintance. As I understand it, our current focus lies on the reestablishment of educational access for young girls in Afghanistan. In order to achieve this noble objective, we are to explore the creation of an appropriate environment and deliberate upon the necessary measures to promote such access. Our agenda is further delineated with a schedule, commencing with an icebreak and culminating in a consensus phase, where proposed solutions shall be deliberated upon and, if need be, voted upon. Shall we proceed with this endeavor?
Ah, greetings to you as well! I appreciate your enthusiasm for this important topic. The reestablishment of educational access for young girls in Afghanistan is indeed a crucial objective. I wholeheartedly support your suggestion to explore the creation of an appropriate environment and discuss the necessary measures to promote access. Your proposed agenda, starting with an icebreaker and culminating in a consensus phase, sounds like a thoughtful plan. Let’s proceed with this endeavor.
To get started, I’d like to hear everyone’s thoughts on the current state of educational access for young girls in Afghanistan. What are some of the pros and cons, merits and demerits, or advantages and disadvantages you see in the existing situation? This will help us identify the key issues that need to be addressed. Who would like to share their thoughts first?
you are totally right and your idea is respectful
I don’t think that online classes are a good option because we had this experience during the time of Corona. Most of the students are located in parts of Afghanistan that do not have access to the Internet, and this is a big problem.
I understand your concern about online classes and the lack of internet access in certain parts of Afghanistan. Accessibility is indeed an important factor to consider. Let’s delve deeper into this topic. What are some other potential disadvantages or challenges you see with online classes? And on the other hand, are there any advantages or potential solutions that you would like to explore?
The low speed of connection can make leaning harder and arduous which in a long period of time the students will be unhappy with this system of learning and they will not learn perfect.
I appreciate your perspective on this. It seems like you are concerned about the potential negative impact of a slow internet connection on students’ learning experience. To ensure we have a well-rounded discussion, I wonder if anyone else has thoughts on this issue? Are there any other disadvantages or challenges that a slow internet speed may present in the context of online learning?
From the point of view of Islam, education is the same for women as it is for men, and this is not a slogan, but a truth that was told by the elders of Islam.