Extreme poverty in rural Afghanistan hits women hardest, robbing them of their rights, their access to education, and even their good health. Afghanaid offers women like Sabira (right) the vocational training and tools they need to transform their lives.
Almost 80% of Afghans live in rural areas, however very few know how to properly care for their animals. Thanks to training from Afghanaid and the extra money she has earned, Hafiza can now afford to feed her family and pay for her grandchildren's school materials.
"I used to think floods and earthquakes were beyond our control, but now I know there are things we can do to reduce the risks." This summer, you can help more vulnerable communities like Jawad's prepare for natural disasters.