Western Afghanistan

The people of Afghanistan live with the constant threat of conflict. We've been working in here since 2002 with UN agencies to provide relief to those suffering the effects of conflict.
  1. Where we work
  2. Asia
  3. Western Afghanistan

  • Population1,100,000
  • Villages472
  • Temp-1°C
For centuries, the country has been used as a strategic stronghold, as internal and external political forces struggle for power. Today, civilians are still caught in the crossfire. With a proud, strong, and loving culture, Afghani people show kindness and generosity despite their desperate living conditions, and constant uncertainty. 

We’re working to ensure communities have access to healthcare through mobile clinics travelling between camps and supporting remedial education for children struggling to attend school.

We are working with the people of Western Afghanistan in building a community where children can thrive. Already we have achieved great things.

students have attended hand-washing and hygiene awareness sessions.
female community leaders completed training in leadership, management and advocacy.
children have been supported with tutoring and stationery.

Stories from Western Afghanistan

Breaking ground with bread and a bakery business

In Badghis Province, Afghanistan, with a little help from World Vision, a group of 20 women are rewriting traditions and seeing great success in their new bakery business initiative.

Western Afghanistan, Asia

Meet Behzad, the top student in his class

“If World Vision didn’t find me, I couldn't have attend school and I don't know what would have happened to my future.”

Western Afghanistan, Middle East

Through sheep and chicken, grandma Safia and her family are thriving

“World Vision’s…support has changed my life. I am thankful from all those people who supported me.”

Western Afghanistan, Middle East

Health services for internally displaced families in Afghanistan

“With the [little] money that my husband makes, we have difficulty even filling our children’s bellies. How are we supposed to take our children to a doctor... when they get sick?”

Western Afghanistan, Asia

Life-saving clean water in Badghis, Afghanistan

World Vision’s Alex Snary travels to villages that have benefited from the arrival of clean, safe water.

Western Afghanistan, Asia

Khatema, 9, fights against her own child marriage

“I am so happy. I feel relieved…like something heavy has been lifted from my shoulders.”

Western Afghanistan, Middle East

Winter is a lethal season for displaced people

Just imagine that you live in a place which is far from city, far from health clinics, you do not have access to drinkable water and there is no electricity. How do you stay warm in the winter?

Western Afghanistan, Asia
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