As the third anniversary of the exclusion of girls above the sixth grade from schools approaches, some schoolgirls have once again expressed concern over the continued closure of girls' schools.

In interviews with TOLOnews, several girls emphasized the importance of women's contributions to the country's progress and called on the Islamic Emirate to provide them with educational opportunities similar to those given to boys.

Razia, who was a seventh-grade student when the Islamic Emirate returned to power, has not been allowed to attend school for the past three years. However, she has not lost her passion for learning. "I have been studying over these three years, reading subjects like history and geography to understand more. If we don't go to school, I won't be able to achieve my dreams," She told TOLOnews,

Afsana, a twelve-year-old student, spends her days doing household chores. She was supposed to start seventh grade this year and believes that girls above the sixth grade have the same right to education as boys.

Afsana said: "All girls should continue their education. We have the same right as boys to go to school. Without girls, this country cannot progress."

Three years ago, on September 18, 2021, the Ministry of Education of the Islamic Emirate issued a statement regarding the reopening of schools in the country, but only boys' schools were asked to resume classes. The statement did not mention the fate of girls' education beyond the sixth grade.

Many girls in middle and high school told TOLOnews they want to contribute to the country's progress and, therefore, believe the Islamic Emirate should allow them to continue their education.

Rubina, a student, told TOLOnews: "My request to the Islamic Emirate is to open the school doors for girls so they can play a role in Afghanistan's future and progress."

Although the Islamic Emirate has recently not commented on the issue of girls' education, it has repeatedly spoken of efforts to provide opportunities for girls to study in the country.