International Women's Day 2020: Messages from Afghanistan

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Statement: As COP28 begins, Afghanaid continues to call for a people-first approach to climate action in Afghanistan

At COP28, there is a risk that the specific challenges and myriad needs of ordinary, rural Afghans on the frontlines of the crisis will be not considered within climate decision-making.
Women and climate action in Afghanistan

At Afghanaid, we put women at the heart of our climate adaptation work in Afghanistan. By harnessing Afghan women's resilience, we can help women to pioneer climate solutions that create a more sustainable, inclusive future that benefits all.
The bio-briquette maker

Bio-briquettes are a biofuel substitute made from leftover plant matter that can be used as an alternative to firewood, helping to reduce deforestation and pollution. Learn about how we're supporting Afghan women to make a profit from making and selling these bio briquettes.
The gabion basket weaver

We're helping Afghan women to reduce the destruction caused by flash floods in their local areas, all whilst earning an income. How? Through teaching them to weave gabion baskets.

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