Celebrating Three Years of Resilience and Hope: SFL’s Mission in Afghanistan
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
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.
Empowering Women in Agriculture: Driving Sustainable Development Across West Africa
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.
Building Hope
Each shelter represents more than just a physical structure; it symbolizes resilience, perseverance, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
Cultivating Change: Kitchen Gardens and the Path to Global Sustenance
In the verdant landscapes of kitchen gardens, a silent revolution is taking place, led by the hands of resilient women.
Help support SFL’s initiatives in West Africa. Every tree planted makes a difference
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 […]
Transforming Lives through Climate Smart Agriculture in Tash Guzar, Afghanistan
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!
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.
New Road Leads to Market Access, Helps Promote Peace
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 […]
Rehabilitated Road Fosters Community Peacebuilding and Safety
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 […]