Human Rights Situation of Afghan Migrants Following Their Forced Deportation by the Iranian Government

Introduction

In recent decades, Iran has been one of the primary destinations for Afghan citizens seeking refuge. The number of Afghan migrants has significantly increased, especially in the past four years following the Taliban's return to power. Due to security, political, and economic crises, many Afghans have been forced to leave their country and settle in Iran.
With rising economic, social, and political pressures—and a growing wave of anti-migrant sentiment in Iran, particularly after the 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel—the forced deportation of Afghan migrants has intensified, raising concerns about human rights violations.
This process, often carried out collectively and without legal procedures or adherence to fundamental human rights principles, has sparked widespread national and international concern. Vulnerable groups such as children, women, the sick, and long-term residents in Iran are especially at risk.
According to recent statistics published by various international organizations, Iranian government officials and Afghanistan’s Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation report that over one million people have returned to Afghanistan from Iran in just a few months since the beginning of March 2025.
In response to these deportations, AWA provided free legal consultations and assistance in preparing legal documents and requests for dozens of cases over a 10-day period. Ultimately, the center decided to launch a research project to examine the human rights situation of these migrants.
This research, aimed at analyzing the legal, humanitarian, and political dimensions of Afghan deportations from Iran, was conducted by AWA Legal and Social Advisory Hub.
The study analyzes domestic and international documents and evaluates the individual and social consequences of this process on the lives of deported Afghan citizens. It concludes with recommendations to safeguard migrant rights, ensure Iran’s compliance with international obligations, and strengthen protective mechanisms.

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AWA Legal and Advisory Hub shared this online form with local partners and Afghan citizens via social media to gather reliable information. Using the following message, the center invited their cooperation in collecting data:

This research form has been prepared by the AWA Legal and Social Advisory Hub to examine and document the situation of Afghan migrants deported from Iran. The form serves as a tool for collecting information focused on the personal experiences of migrants during the deportation process, the challenges faced on their return journey, access to services, and their living conditions after arriving in Afghanistan. The data collected through this research will help us produce more accurate and practical reports to support legal and social protection for this vulnerable group, and will provide a foundation for support initiatives and recommendations to relevant institutions.

Please share this form with your family and friends who have returned from Iran to Afghanistan, and help us in gathering

information.

 

 

 

 

 

The AWA Legal and Social Advisory Hub through the establishment of this department has so far assisted dozens of Afghan families and citizens who have faced legal and social challenges upon their return. We have provided essential counseling and support and this process continues

 

Are you your family or your friends at risk of deportation from Iran?

Have you returned to Afghanistan but still have unresolved legal issues in Iran?

Have you experienced violence or inhumane treatment while in Iran?

In these difficult days as Afghan migrants face forced deportation and return from Iran and their human rights are being ignored we at the AWA Legal and Social Advisory Hub felt it was our duty to stand by our people

Recognizing the legal challenges that most Afghan migrants encounter during their return from Iran we have committed to offering free legal counseling services to those in need

You can contact us for legal advice through the following channels

Email info@awalegalsocial.com

WhatsApp
0031644968519
0031684319723

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On the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture!

the AWA Legal and Social Advisory Hub once again reaffirms its commitment to combating all forms of torture and violence—especially those currently being inflicted and repeated against Afghan women.

While the world commemorates this day, thousands of Afghan women continue to face escalating forms of violence, oppression, discrimination, and both physical and psychological torture—simply for being women and for standing up for their most basic human rights.

Despite the immense challenges and restrictions Afghan women have endured over the past few years—whether at home, in prison, on the streets, or even in digital spaces where their voices have been repeatedly silenced—their determination for justice remains unshakable.

Our colleagues at the AWA Legal and Social Advisory Hub stand in solidarity with Afghan women, alongside other women, civil society organizations, and human rights defenders. We not only amplify their voices, but actively work to build capacity, provide legal counseling, document human rights violations, and apply pressure on international institutions—so that silence in the face of Afghan women's suffering transforms into collective empathy and action.

Let us use this day not only to remember the victims of torture, but to stand together in preventing its recurrence. The fight against torture is a fight for human dignity—and dignity cannot exist without equality and justice for Afghan women.

 

Honoring the International Day of Women in Diplomacy!

Today, on the International Day of Women in Diplomacy, we at the AWA Legal and Social Advisory Hub proudly stand to celebrate the irreplaceable roles women play in shaping international relations, building peace, and promoting human rights.

Women diplomats have crossed not only geographical borders but also mental and cultural boundaries. With insight, courage, and powerful voices, they take their place at negotiation tables and strive to contribute to a more just, inclusive, and peaceful world.

Today, we pay tribute to the pioneering women in diplomacy and encourage future generations of Afghan women and girls to stand tall, lead, and make an impact on the international stage.

May we envision a world where diplomacy carries a voice that is feminine, equal, thoughtful, and strong.

Women's Rights

• Raising awareness about women's rights

• Teaching methods for accessing legal support and advocacy

• Assisting female victims of violence in accessing shelters and connecting with supporting organizations and protective services

• Providing guidance on marriage, divorce, child custody, and women's property rights

• Informing about existing support services for women and how to take legal action

• Providing advice and support regarding online threats and cyber-attacks on social media

 

Migration and asylum rights

• Raising awareness about migration and asylum laws in different countries

• Providing guidance on legal procedures for migration, asylum applications, and the social integration of migrants

• Offering legal advice on civil and criminal cases and issues faced by Afghan migrants in countries like Iran and Pakistan

 

Psychological counseling

• Helping women cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and psychological harm caused by social and family conditions

• Offering support programs to reduce psychological pressure in unsafe and restricted environments

• Supporting mothers in managing family issues, child upbringing, and social pressures

• Providing psychological and educational strategies to help children adapt to difficult circumstances

 

Education and empowerment (economic, professional, ICT)

• Providing guidance on online study options, scholarships, and ways to continue education under restricted conditions

• Advising on access to educational resources such as online libraries

• Teaching professional skills, entrepreneurship, and remote income generation methods

• Training in job-seeking skills and writing resumes according to international standards

• Teaching foreign languages to enhance women's communication and employment opportunities

• Organizing workshops in painting, art, writing, and multimedia journalism to foster creativity and professional skills

• Educating on computer skills, cybersecurity, social media, and ways to protect online information

 

Advocacy and documentation of women's rights violations

• Documenting and advocating for cases of violations of Afghan women's and girls' rights

• Documenting and advocating for cases of human rights violations against Afghan nationals

• Collaborating with human rights organizations to build supportive and international networks

• Designing and executing essential campaigns and media initiatives to draw global attention to the situation of Afghan women and girls

 

Donation

With your support, we can create change!
The people of Afghanistan, especially women and children, are facing challenges they do not deserve, such as educational restrictions and social deprivation. They need global attention and support. With your collaboration, we can make education, legal aid, and social support accessible to them.

 

 

Take action today to improve the situation of the Afghan people!