Abortion. Afghani Schoolgirls. Literature.
Modern Healthcare in a Post-Roe World
An alarming effect has swept through healthcare workers who may face legal repercussions for their care choices, even including operations regarding medically necessary or life saving abortions due to the US Supreme Court decision on abortion laws. Women of all ages are highly discouraged from taking part in any health care regimens and seeking prenatal care as a consequence of the threat of criminalization in many states. Most exceptions to this problem don't include life threatening or even medical diagnostics. The unwillingness of healthcare professionals may make it taxing for doctors to assemble a full team even in cases where the abortion can move forward. Even in states where abortion is legal some facilities are not offering any abortions related services since the current exclusions have appeared to be ineffective.
Most government and law enforcement are rapidly depending on electronic data to trace those who are seeking abortions or abet them. This is a result of the erosion of the right to privacy in the United States. A substantial amount of this data is accessible without a warrant or consent. Certain jurisdictions have legislation permitting healthcare providers to refuse certain kinds of health care, including abortions, which could further limit access to care for women who are seeking abortions. Patients will be forced to make long journeys to seek treatment from an independent provider in order to get an abortion. Women of color, low income women, and any other women in this situation living in rural regions may face some troubles receiving healthcare services, in which a most likely chance they don’t receive.
Tragedy Strikes: Poisoning Incident Targets Afghanistan Schoolgirls
In Northern Afghanistan, 80 schoolgirls were poisoned in two separate schools. According to the authorities, the poisoning was the result of a personal vendetta, and the suspect is assumed to have bribed a third party to carry out the attacks. This is based on a preliminary report from the provincial education department investigation. With almost one thousand school girls poisoned since the initial incident in November of last year, reports indicate that school girl poisons has become a practice in Iran.
Girls are only permitted to attend school until the age of 12 as a result of the relentless attacks on women's education over the last two years. The Taliban, a violent organization that has previously ruled over portions of Afghanistan, upholds an uncompromising interpretation of Islamic law and thinks women should be obedient to men. By poisoning schoolgirls, this might be a motive to make the legislation more just.
Literary Luminary Ama Ata Aidoo Passes Away at 81, Leaving a Lasting Legacy
Ama Ata Aidoo is a Ghanaian author, poet, playwright, and academic. She was born on March 23, 1942, in Abadzi Kinekor, Gold Coast (now Ghana). Aidoo is considered one of Africa's foremost literary figures and a pioneer of African women's writing.
Aidoo's works often explore themes of gender, identity, tradition, and social issues. She gained international recognition for her novel "Our Sister Killjoy" (1977), This investigates the experiences of an African woman who lives in Europe and looks at racism and cultural alienation difficulties.
She has also written several plays, including "Anowa" (1970), a tragedy about a young African woman who challenges societal norms and expectations, and "Dilemma of a Ghost" (1965), which explores the tensions between African and African-American cultures through a love story.
In addition to her literary contributions, Aidoo has been an advocate for women's rights and gender equality. She has been involved in many initiatives promoting women's empowerment. Furthermore, she held academic positions at universities in Ghana, the United States, and Zimbabwe.
Ama Ata Aidoo's works have received countless awards and recognition, including the Commonwealth Writers' Prize, the African Literature Association's Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Ghana Book Award. Her writing continues to be influential and celebrated both in Africa and globally.
Organization of African Unity (now African Union): Aidoo served as a Senior Policy Advisor on Education and Culture at the Organisation of African Unity. She helped shape cultural policies and promoted education across Africa.
Mbaasem Foundation: Aidoo founded the Mbaasem Foundation, a Ghana-based nonprofit organization that’s mission was to promote and support the work of African women writers.
African Writers' Development Trust: Aidoo has been associated with the African Writers' Development Trust, an organization focused on supporting and promoting African literature and writers.
The Pan-African Writers Association (PAWA): Aidoo has been actively involved with PAWA, an organization that seeks to promote unity and collaboration among African writers.
