Afghan Women Empowerment Act of 2006
Last action on Apr 25, 2006Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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The Afghan Women Empowerment Act of 2006 (H.R. 5185) sought to increase United States support for the rights and safety of women and girls during the reconstruction of Afghanistan. The bill proposed extending funding for humanitarian aid and development programs, specifically prioritizing grants for Afghan-led organizations that provide essential services to women and children. Additionally, it encouraged the U.S. government to ensure that any international assistance provided to Afghanistan was contingent upon the recipient’s adherence to global human rights and women’s rights standards.
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