Demand the Immediate and Unconditional Release of Bibi Sediqa from Taliban Prison
The Issue
Let us defend the right to freedom, human dignity, and the rights of girls in Afghanistan.
Bibi Sediqa, a 17-year-old Afghan girl, has been deprived of her freedom for nearly three years simply for refusing a forced marriage. She was initially detained in Kandahar women’s prison and was later transferred to Badghis women’s prison, where she remains unjustly imprisoned.
Despite facing immense pressure and hardships, Bibi Sediqa has courageously stood up for her right to choice and human dignity, stating: “Until I die, I will not submit to this forced marriage.”
Her case has already gained media attention, being reported by prominent outlets like Afghanistan International and 8am Daily (Hasht-e Subh). Her heartbreaking story is not just about one individual; it is a stark symbol of children’s rights violations, forced marriage, and the arbitrary detention of young women in Afghanistan.
Our Demands: We, the signatories of this petition, call on the United Nations, UNAMA, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, and all international human rights organizations and governments to:
- Take immediate and urgent action for the immediate and unconditional release of Bibi Sediqa.
- Demand an independent international review of her case and the conditions of women's prisons in Afghanistan.
- Take effective measures to pressure the Taliban to end arbitrary detentions, gender persecution, and forced marriages.
Stand with Bibi Sediqa today. By signing this petition, you support freedom, justice, and a safe future for her and all girls in Afghanistan.
Every signature is a step toward justice and freedom. Sign and share now!
Media Coverage:
https://www.afintl.com/en/202606270303
https://8am.media/eng/sources-bibi-sediqa-imprisoned-by-taliban-after-refusing-forced-marriage/
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The Issue
Let us defend the right to freedom, human dignity, and the rights of girls in Afghanistan.
Bibi Sediqa, a 17-year-old Afghan girl, has been deprived of her freedom for nearly three years simply for refusing a forced marriage. She was initially detained in Kandahar women’s prison and was later transferred to Badghis women’s prison, where she remains unjustly imprisoned.
Despite facing immense pressure and hardships, Bibi Sediqa has courageously stood up for her right to choice and human dignity, stating: “Until I die, I will not submit to this forced marriage.”
Her case has already gained media attention, being reported by prominent outlets like Afghanistan International and 8am Daily (Hasht-e Subh). Her heartbreaking story is not just about one individual; it is a stark symbol of children’s rights violations, forced marriage, and the arbitrary detention of young women in Afghanistan.
Our Demands: We, the signatories of this petition, call on the United Nations, UNAMA, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, and all international human rights organizations and governments to:
- Take immediate and urgent action for the immediate and unconditional release of Bibi Sediqa.
- Demand an independent international review of her case and the conditions of women's prisons in Afghanistan.
- Take effective measures to pressure the Taliban to end arbitrary detentions, gender persecution, and forced marriages.
Stand with Bibi Sediqa today. By signing this petition, you support freedom, justice, and a safe future for her and all girls in Afghanistan.
Every signature is a step toward justice and freedom. Sign and share now!
Media Coverage:
https://www.afintl.com/en/202606270303
https://8am.media/eng/sources-bibi-sediqa-imprisoned-by-taliban-after-refusing-forced-marriage/
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Petition created on 30 June 2026