The loophole in the bill known as The Elimination of Violence Against Women Law.
![We now have a president who understands challenges facing women, writes Koofi [Bethany Matta/Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/201410595112140734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)

Fawzia Koofi is an Afghan politician and women's rights activist. Originally from Badakhshan province, she is currently serving as a Member of Parliament in Kabul and is the Vice President of the National Assembly.
The loophole in the bill known as The Elimination of Violence Against Women Law.
![We now have a president who understands challenges facing women, writes Koofi [Bethany Matta/Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/201410595112140734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)