The Taliban's policies in Afghanistan, including the closure of hair salons and beauty parlors and the prohibition of Women working in NGOs, have led to increased poverty and despair for Afghan women. Around 12,000 predominantly women-led businesses have been closed down in Kabul and other provinces, leaving many women without a source of income. The closure of humanitarian organizations also affects women disproportionately, as they play a vital role in delivering tailored aid to women's specific needs. Access to higher education has been denied to women, and they are prohibited from working outside the home.

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