Violence against women rises in Afghanistan

Afghan women continue to be subject to violent attacks despite 2009 protection law.

Violence against women is on the rise in Afghanistan.

The country’s independent Human Rights Commission said there has been a 22 percent rise recently. 

Despite a 2009 law to protect women, violence remains a problem in the country. 

One mother is determined to find justice for her murdered daughter.

Al Jazeera’s Jennifer Glasse reports from Kabul.

Source: Al Jazeera