Celebrating Three Years of Resilience and Hope: SFL’s Mission in Afghanistan
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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.
Empowering Women and Children: The Transformative Impact of the Maternal Child Benefits Program (MCBP) in Warduj
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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.
Rivers of Innovation: Shelter For Life’s Journey from Afghan Peaks to African Shores
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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.
Combating Hunger Amidst Crisis: The Fight for Food Security in Afghanistan
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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.
🌱 Embracing Climate-Smart Agriculture with Irrigation Systems! 🌊🌾
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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 […]
Transforming Lives through Climate Smart Agriculture in Tash Guzar, Afghanistan
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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’s Remarkable Milestone: Planting a Million Trees and Beyond!
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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.
Irrigation Leads to Income in Tahkar Province Community
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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. […]
Optimism for the Future for Women in Taloqan District
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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 […]
Small Loans Bring Life Back Into Afghan Village
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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. […]