Women's Prize winner Lyse Doucet had to 'dress like a man' to report in Afghanistan

Lyse Doucet, renowned BBC war journalist, shares her compelling experiences in Afghanistan in her winning Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction book. Doucet reveals that to report in a male-dominated environment, she often had to dress like a man. This insightful story highlights the challenges women face in a conflict zone and underscores the importance of gender sensitivity in journalism. Her powerful narrative sheds light on the broader struggles of women in Afghanistan and the lengths some must go to in order to pursue their work.