Stop denying access to education through discriminatory hijab restrictions and release peaceful protesters – Amnesty International ¤

Amnesty International has called on Azerbaijani authorities to end discriminatory hijab restrictions that effectively deny many women access to education. The human rights organization also urged the government to release peaceful protesters detained for advocating religious freedom and equal rights. This latest appeal highlights growing international concern over Azerbaijan’s tightening control on personal expression and civic activism, raising questions about the state of fundamental freedoms in the country.

Azerbaijan’s Educational Access Under Threat as Hijab Restrictions Target Women

Women in Azerbaijan are facing increasing barriers to education as new policies targeting the wearing of the hijab are enforced in academic institutions. These restrictions disproportionately affect Muslim female students, forcing many to choose between their religious beliefs and their right to learn. Educational authorities have reportedly denied entry to students wearing hijabs,…