End illiteracy in Afghanistan by the end of 2025

Afghanistan remains one of the most difficult places in the world to be a child. With an estimated 4.2 million children out of school, 60% of whom are girls, access to education continues to be an uphill battle. For many of these children, the dream of completing even primary school is far from reality.

Despite the ongoing challenges and lack of external funding in the past 6 quarters, our commitment has not wavered. We are continuing our work on the ground with limited resources, driven by the belief that every child deserves a chance to learn.

Funding Status:

We would like to transparently share that no funding was received in the last 6 quarters through GlobalGiving. While this has created several operational and logistical challenges, we are determined to continue our mission. We have been working through volunteer support, local donations, and cost-saving strategies to ensure progress, even if it is at a slower pace.

Project Activities and Progress:

• Continued volunteer outreach and engagement in multiple communities.

• Basic orientation and mentoring are provided to local volunteer teachers, even in the absence of full training resources.

• Community mobilization efforts to keep education on the agenda and encourage local ownership of learning spaces.

• Planning and preparatory work for the distribution of one-room school startup kits once resources allow (each kit includes 2 whiteboards and 40 mini chalkboards).

Challenges Faced:

• Lack of funding has weakened our ability to roll out school startup kits and conduct structured teacher training at scale.

• Security concerns in certain regions have affected access and community mobilization.

• Logistical barriers in sourcing and distributing educational materials due to limited transportation and supply chains.

• Burnout risk among unpaid volunteers who are committed but overextended.

Our Continued Commitment:

The Global Education Campaign remains steadfast in our mission to reach 100,000 out-of-school children through volunteer-run, one-room schools. Education is not just a human right—it is a lifeline for Afghanistan’s future. We are confident that with renewed support, we can restore momentum and scale up our work.

Looking Ahead:

We continue to seek strategic partnerships, funding, and in-kind contributions to expand our impact. With your support, we can:

• Distribute school kits to launch 2,500 one-room schools.

• Train hundreds of volunteer teachers in basic pedagogy and child protection.

• Provide community-based literacy opportunities that directly support girls and boys in underserved regions.

Thank You:

To all our existing and potential supporters—your support means the world to the children of Afghanistan. Every act, every voice, and every stand with solidarity helps keep the dream of education alive. We urge you to stand with us in this mission to end illiteracy and empower a generation.

Our mission to provide education for Afghan children continues despite significant challenges. This quarter, we successfully enrolled 2,781 new students and established 55 new One-Room Schools, extending learning opportunities to underserved communities. These achievements reinforce our commitment to ensuring every child’s right to education.

Challenges & Resilience:
A major challenge this quarter was the lack of new funding. However, our dedicated team has remained steadfast, utilizing available resources efficiently and relying on community support to sustain operations. The unwavering commitment of our educators and volunteers has been instrumental in keeping the initiative alive.

Gratitude & Future Goals:
We extend our deepest gratitude to all past donors whose generosity has enabled these accomplishments. Moving forward, we aim to expand our reach, improve infrastructure, and enhance educational quality. Continued support is essential to achieving these goals and breaking the cycle of illiteracy in Afghanistan.

Call to Action:
Your support can make a lasting impact. We invite donors, organizations, and well-wishers to join hands with us in this critical mission. Together, we can transform lives through education and create a brighter future for Afghan children.

Thank you for your unwavering support.

Links:

• For more details, please visit Global Education Campaign