The Road Ahead: Advancing Accountability for Human Rights Violations in Afghanistan
This summary report captures the discussions from the official side event of the 60th Session of the UN Human Rights Council, held on 10 September 2025 in Geneva and online.
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HRC59 Side Event Summary: Toward an Investigative Mechanism for Afghanistan
This brief outlines key insights from a high-level panel on establishing an independent accountability mechanism for Afghanistan, with focus on evidence preservation, gender apartheid, and international action.
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Status of Constitutionalism and Rule of Law in Afghanistan
This report examines the current state of constitutionalism and the rule of law in Afghanistan. It highlights how legal frameworks and state institutions have been severely weakened.
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Media Advisory – 4th National Dialogue on Afghanistan
CDP-G will host the 4th National Dialogue on May 26–27, 2025, in Antalya. The event marks the launch of the Afghanistan Civil and Democratic Forces Network (ACDFN).
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What the Erosion of the International System Means for Afghanistan
This article explores how the weakening of international institutions and global norms affects Afghanistan’s stability, governance, and future.
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Open Letter to the UN Human Rights Council on the Crisis in Afghanistan
This open letter urges the United Nations Human Rights Council to establish an independent international accountability mechanism for Afghanistan.
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Invite Afghanistan’s Majority to the Table at Doha Envoy Talks
By Amb. Nasir A. Andisha, Co-Founder and Strategic Advisor, Center for Dialogue and Progress-Geneva.
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Antalya Conference Summary
National Dialogue; Role of Civil Society, Women and the Future of Afghanistan. Organized by CDP-G in partnership with Akdeniz University.
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3rd National Dialogue Conference – Antalya 2024
Over 80 civil society leaders gathered to engage in a constructive dialogue on Afghanistan’s complex trajectory, focusing on state legitimacy and popular participation.
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4th National Dialogue Conference – Antalya 2025
Convened by CDP-G, over 60 leaders examined constitutionalism and media roles, launching the Afghanistan Civil and Democratic Forces Network (ACDFN).
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