29/03/2026
Communities in central Afghanistan have long faced systemic barriers to education, healthcare, and basic living conditions. These challenges have significantly intensified in recent years, leaving many children with severely limited access to education and opportunities for personal and professional development.
The situation has worsened due to the withdrawal of educational programs by international NGOs and other supporting organizations. Fragile educational systems have weakened further, and if this trend continues, a large proportion of students may lose the opportunity to pursue higher education. Many families cannot afford preparatory courses, which are essential for university admission.
At the same time, the quality of education in public schools has declined. Many teachers lack the capacity to teach beyond certain grade levels, and little effort has been made to improve teacher training or recruit qualified educators. This has widened the gap between students’ academic needs and the support available to them.
Budget limitations have also led to a reduction in active school classes. As a result, many children who are ready to enroll in the coming years may not find space in schools. Taken together, these factors threaten to leave a generation of children without access to even basic education.
In response to this urgent need, my team and I have organized community-based educational programs in central provinces over the past two winters:
• In the first year, 2 teachers supported 40 students.
• In the most recent winter, 4 teachers reached over 90 students.
While this progress demonstrates both demand and impact, it remains far from sufficient. Local communities cannot independently hire and sustain qualified teachers. Without external support, these initiatives cannot continue or expand.
Our program offers three structured curricula:
1. Foundational classes for new learners starting from grade one.
2. Capacity-building programs for students in grades 2 to 7, aimed at strengthening core skills.
3. University preparation courses for students in grades 8 to 12, enabling access to higher education.
We are now seeking support to sustain and scale this initiative. With adequate resources, we can reach more students, improve the quality of instruction, and provide children with a real opportunity to learn and build a better future. Without such intervention, an entire generation risks being left behind.
