Afghan families need humanitarian assistance

Two teenage girls facing each other while holding hands in afghanistan — Mercy Corps has worked in Afghanistan since 1986, helping families meet immediate needs and youth gain skills for the future. Pictured in 2012, these teen sisters (names withheld) were excited to join our women’s education program.

The humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan has worsened – with more than 24 million people in need of aid. Will you join us in showing your commitment to Afghan families? Please, add your name today if you agree: Afghanistan needs humanitarian assistance.

Mercy Corps has resumed our decades-long humanitarian response in Afghanistan after pausing operations last year due to security risks. We’re working to meet immediate needs for Afghans who have been displaced from their homes due to violence and severe drought, many of whom are living without shelter and access to basic necessities.

We are also looking towards the future by partnering with local businesses to establish vocational training centers for young adults to build practical, income-earning skills.

Mercy Corps has worked in Afghanistan since 1986, collaborating with communities to improve the quality of life for Afghans, from improved sanitation services to agriculture and vocational training. In 2020, we reached over 370,000 people across the country.