Provide Care for Afghanistan's Abandoned Children

Dear Amazing Supporters,

We are excited to share some incredible updates from Afghanistan, where your generosity is changing lives. With your unwavering support, hundreds of children, particularly girls, are receiving the education and nutrition they need to thrive.

Educational Success in 2024

This year, we are thrilled to report significant academic improvements in the children we serve. Our program, which focuses on providing education to children, especially girls, who have been denied access to formal schooling due to the Taliban's ban on secondary education for girls, has proven to be a game-changer. The level of academic success achieved this year is a testament to the resilience of the children under our care and the unwavering commitment of our teachers and staff.

The children in our program are primarily girls aged 11 to 16 who have faced unimaginable challenges. Many are orphans, and their families simply cannot afford to send them to public schools. The combination of education, empowerment, and support has helped them excel academically.

Improvement in GPA

One of the most exciting aspects of this year’s progress is the significant improvement in our students’ GPAs. When they first joined the program, the average GPA was 33.7 (SD=7.56), but it has soared to 92.6 (SD=11.30), reflecting a tremendous increase of 58.9 points. This improvement highlights the transformative power of education when children are provided with the resources and support they need.

Our program offers academic classes in core subjects like mathematics, science, English, and Dari. The curriculum is designed not only to equip students with essential knowledge but also to empower them to think critically, solve problems, and develop life skills that will serve them well in the future. The results speak for themselves, with the children achieving exceptional academic success despite the many obstacles they face.

Health and Nutrition Impact

In addition to providing an education, our program also focuses on improving the children’s overall well-being. We have integrated nutrition into our program through a unique gardening initiative that helps supply fresh produce to the children and their families. This initiative has not only improved the students’ health but also ensured that they have the energy and strength to succeed academically.

This year, we exceeded our goal of producing and distributing 20 metric tons of fresh produce by producing a total of 66.689 metric tons. This produce is distributed to the students and their families, providing essential nutrients that many of them were previously lacking. The impact on the children’s health has been remarkable, with 90% of the children showing significant improvements in key health metrics, including protein levels, calcium, and hemoglobin.

The health improvements are a testament to the success of our holistic approach to supporting the children. By combining education with nutrition, we are giving the children the opportunity to thrive both academically and physically. The results are clear: education, combined with nutrition, is a powerful tool for lifting children out of poverty and ensuring their long-term well-being.

Thank You!

It is because of you that these children are able to attend school, receive nutritious meals, and dream of a better future. Together, we are making a difference in their lives. Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey.

With deep appreciation,

The Global Roots Team