Building Schools    Building Bridges    Building Hope

Years of war and neglect completely destroyed the Afghan school system.  Two generations of children suffered, losing opportunities for education and a future.  Many children lost parents, grandparents, and other family members to years of international and civil wars.  Tens of thousands of children became refugees, living in poverty and despair.

During the Taliban era, girls and women were denied access to healthcare, employment, and education.  Families often risked everything to protect teachers and teach girls in their home.  Over time, the country became the most poor and oppressed in the world.

Since the Taliban’s removal from power at the end of 2001, millions of children have entered the school system – most for the first time.  One third of them are girls.  Women are again allowed to teach.  Some are even principals.

Study after study has shown that education is key to eliminating poverty and oppression and addressing the root causes of terrorism.  Afghan leaders have consistently put education at the top of their priority list. 

Although Afghans have seen great progress in rebuilding their country socially, politically and economically, much more work remains – especially with regard to education.  Many students still do not have a school available to them, teachers need training, and there is a critical need for books and supplies.

Working with the Afghan government, AFF is building schools, digging wells, providing school equipment and supplies, and providing teaching materials and training.  We need your help to finish this work.  Your support is not just building schools; you are helping re-build Afghanistan and breakdown misunderstandings and misperceptions between our countries.

We are building a number of schools in Afghanistan this year.  One is a large school for over 3,600 children, mostly girls.  It will cost approximately $250,000 to build and furnish with basic desks and chairs.  One desk for two students costs $20.  A well costs about $3,000.   We appreciate your gift in helping us bring hope and opportunity to these children. 

Please read about the children of Afghanistan, our work there, and ways in which you can help.  (Links are in the navigation bar to the left.)

General Background on Afghanistan

The Children of Afghanistan

The Importance of Education

“Journey with an Afghan School” – Our History and Goals

Building a School in Afghanistan

A Typical Afghan Community

Building Bridges between our Countries

Stories of Hope

Our Team in Afghanistan

Our Team in the United States

How Can You Help?

News & Events

 

Because Afghanistan is a war zone, “Journey with an Afghan School” project has changed hands a few times.  In August 2006, the project was moved to AFF after the American team associated with Millennium Relief & Development Services (MRDS) closed its office in Afghanistan.