Now more than ever, women and girls need your help. Around the globe, their rights and freedoms are being stripped away. But nowhere is the situation worse than in Afghanistan.
It’s been three years since the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan and imposed severe restrictions on the communities we serve. Even so, many brave women and girls – and their families – are fighting back. They are demanding education and we must stand with them.
While many international organizations have pulled their support, or left the country altogether, CAI continues to work with Afghan communities we’ve served for decades. The Taliban’s ban on girls’ education beyond Grade 6 has forced us to scale back education for older girls and women. But we’ve doubled down on enrolling children, especially girls, in primary school where they are learning to read, write, and do basic math.
Jowaira is a second-grade student at the Mochekan Community-Based Education (CBE) class in the remote Versaj District of Takhar Province. Her dedication and enthusiasm shine brightly as she attends the CBE class daily, eager to absorb knowledge and contribute positively to her community.
She is one of over 5,500 Afghan girls currently enrolled in CAI-supported classes and who – with your continued support – will not miss out on a brighter future.
Jowaira’s teacher, Mrs. Ramela, receives a $100 monthly salary that supports her livelihood and allows her to receive training for teaching, social psychology, and child protection.
With your support, brave women like Mrs. Ramela can continue to teach and mentor students like Jowaira, giving hope to communities across Afghanistan.
Head over to our Field Notes blog for stories from our students, teachers, and partners. And browse through our 2023 Impact Report for a full picture of Central Asia Institute’s work to support education across the region.
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