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Recently, our leadership team had the privilege of meeting with the SFL Afghanistan team to celebrate the incredible achievements of the last three years.

Nestled in the scenic valleys of Badakhshan province, Warduj district is witnessing a quiet revolution. This change is driven by the Maternal Child Benefits Program (MCBP), a life-changing initiative brought to life by Shelter for Life (SFL) and funded by the World Food Program (WFP). MCBP is more than just a project; it’s a beacon of hope, shining brightly for pregnant and breastfeeding women (PBW) and mothers with children under two. With a vision to uplift 5,033 women, MCBP aims to enhance health and nutrition, ensuring brighter futures for families across the district. 

At Shelter For Life International, we are thrilled to share the exciting news of our latest venture into climate-smart agriculture. We’ve introduced high-yield cashew varieties imported from Vietnam that promise an impressive yield of 2 tons per hectare while adhering to strict environmental sustainability standards. 🌱 

For SFL, creative irrigation is not just a solution; it’s a way of life. With each project they undertake, they breathe life into barren land, turning deserts into gardens and dreams into reality. And as long as there are fields in need of water and communities in need of hope, Shelter For Life will be there, a beacon of light in a world thirsting for change.

In the heart of West Africa, a quiet revolution is taking place. It’s not marked by grand gestures or high-profile events but by the determined efforts of women working in the cashew nut and gardening sectors. Through the tireless work of organizations like SFL, these women are not only transforming their own lives but also their communities, one harvest at a time.

Each shelter represents more than just a physical structure; it symbolizes resilience, perseverance, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow. 

In the verdant landscapes of kitchen gardens, a silent revolution is taking place, led by the hands of resilient women.

In the wake of multifaceted challenges, Afghanistan finds itself entrenched in a battle against hunger and food insecurity. The numbers are staggering: 15.3 million individuals (about twice the population of New Jersey) grapple with acute food insecurity, while 2.8 million Afghans face emergency-level food scarcity. The harrowing statistics paint a grim reality. 

In the heartlands of Senegal, The Gambia, and Guinea-Bissau lies a pivotal industry – the cashew sector. With its economic significance, the cashew industry has been the lifeblood of many small shareholder farmers in the region. However, faced with the challenges posed by climate change and resource constraints, these farmers often grapple with ensuring sustainable practices […]

Droughts can leave vast lands across Afghanistan barren, affecting their ability to produce food. But guess what? Shelter For Life has a solution: irrigation systems! 🌍💧  Canals, reservoirs, and other irrigation methods play a pivotal role in supporting agriculture during tough times like droughts. They ensure better water availability, boosting farm productivity even in the […]

As the year draws to a close, we at Shelter For Life want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support and dedication to our mission. Together, we’ve achieved remarkable milestones in 2023, impacting countless lives across Afghanistan and Western Africa (Senegal, The Gambia, and Guinea-Bissau – SeGaBi).  In Afghanistan, our collective efforts have […]

On Saturday morning, October 7th, 2023, the earth trembled with unimaginable force in Herat province, Afghanistan. A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake rocked the region, shattering homes, lives, and dreams. As we stand together in the face of this tragedy, Shelter For Life International urges you to join us in extending a helping hand to those […]

In the heart of Afghanistan’s Eastern central region lies Wardak Province, who today is facing an unprecedented disaster brought on by an unrelenting onslaught of torrential rains. The region is battling an emergency situation that encompasses flash flooding, erosion, landslides, property damage, destruction of roadways, and tragic loss of life. Shelter For Life is on […]

The partnership between SFL (Shelter For Life) and USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) has been instrumental in bringing about significant improvements to the cashew trade infrastructure in West Africa. This collaboration has set in motion a series of transformations that have not only bolstered the region’s cashew industry but also created numerous opportunities for […]

Since 2018, Shelter for Life has partnered with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to foster connections among infrastructure, finance and farms in the West African Cashew industry of Senegal, The Gambia, and Guinea-Bissau.  By implementing Good Agricultural Practices and Climate Smart Agriculture West African Cashew Farmers have enhanced productivity. These practices have revitalized […]

Climate change is a pressing global challenge, but together, we can take action and create a sustainable future for our planet. By adopting Climate Smart Agriculture practices, we can reduce our carbon footprint, increase resilience, and safeguard our precious natural resources.

Shelter For Life is proud to share the success of our project in Tash Guzar, located in the Taloqan district of Afghanistan. By implementing Climate Smart Agricultural (CSA) practices, we have made significant improvements to the irrigation system, bringing about positive change and enhancing the lives of local farmers.

Shelter For Life is dedicated to making a positive impact on the planet. By planting over one million fruit and non-fruit tree orchards in several areas of Afghanistan, we have not only transformed landscapes but also created a lasting change in communities.

The Sathioum Banana Cooperative was founded in 1987 after the construction of the RN6, a local highway in the Casamance Region of Senegal […]

Taka Timooz is one of many rural villages that is now warmer over the winter season. In 2006, our team worked to winterizes homes for 1,800 families […]

Shelter For Life International has recently completed its project of building farm-to-market roads in southern Senegal. With the help of local laborers and contractors […]

Most of the hillsides in northern Afghanistan are not forested or covered with grass, and when heavy rains come the land is susceptible to erosion. […]

Shelter For Life’s project in southern Senegal is building and rehabilitating 130 kilometers (81 miles) of durable roads between rich agricultural areas and a major national highway. […]

Bala Sadio lives in Djibanar, a community affected by a decades-long conflict between the separatist rebel group Mouvement des Forces Démocratiques de la Casamance (MFDC), and the Senegal governmet […]

I am Abdul Bashir; a resident of Norther Afghanistan. We have 8 people in our family and I am a farmer. Sometimes my wife and my children are helping me in the field. […]

Diara Mané lives in Samick, in a household of eleven people, four of them children (two attending school). She helped build the Camaracounda-Laty road, participating in […]

Undeniably, women play a significant role in society. For women in Afghanistan, however, there are many cultural and countless traditional barriers that restrict women from […]

Mamadou is the head of a household of ten. He has four children, one of whom is in school. He makes his money by growing peanuts, maize, potatoes, and cashews. He brings […]

Shelter For Life is implementing UN World Food Programme (WFP) projects in Afghanistan, which include tree planting. Barren hillsides can be susceptible to […]

Over the last three decades, wars and conflict continually plagued Afghanistan.  While much pain and heartache resulted, it also caused a huge lack of resources […]

After extensive Taliban conflict and severe drought, communities in northern Afghanistan have had no choice but to either flee their homes or live in extreme poverty. […]