Afghanistan
It’s no coincidence that Afghanistan has endured decades of conflict and it is now one of the most dangerous places to give birth. One in seven children there won’t live to see their fifth birthday.
Neighbouring countries like Turkenistan and Tajikistan live in relative peace and obscurity but despite having tens of billions of dollars poured into the country, Afghanistan remains one of the poorest and most insecure countries in the world.
What we're doing
Children in their Community
Our Early Childhood Development Centres are making sure that kids get the best possible start in life.
And we're also helping street and working children and their families.
Children in conflict with the law
Girls in Afghanistan are often locked up for 'honour crimes' like running away from home or refusing an arranged marriage.
We're helping them, and kids who are locked in a women's prison all day with their mums.
