by Ehsan Bayat | Dec 21, 2018 | Afghanistan, Aid, charity, conservation, Culture, History, Philanthropy
Since it was re-opened in 2002, the UNESCO Office in Kabul has been working with the government of Afghanistan and a variety of local and international partners and stakeholders to build Afghanistan’s capacity in the areas of education,culture, communication and...
by Ehsan Bayat | Dec 14, 2018 | conservation, Culture, Education, History, Learning, nature, technology, work
With its thousands of years of history, Afghanistan is home to a remarkable treasure trove of archaeological wealth. Within the country’s borders, incredible examples of protohistoric, Greek, Buddhist, and Islamic sites can all be found, reflecting the rich and...
by Ehsan Bayat | Dec 7, 2018 | conservation, Culture, food, Learning, nature, Philanthropy, technology
When you look at the mission statements of most of the NGOs currently working in Afghanistan, the objectives tend to be what you would expect from organizations focused on helping a country rebuild after decades of conflict—achieving political and economic stability,...
by Ehsan Bayat | Nov 30, 2018 | Afghanistan, Aid, charity, children, communications, conservation, construction, Education, healthcare, Philanthropy, poverty, technology, water
The Swedish Committee for Afghanistan (SCA) has been in existence for more than 35 years. Its goal is to bring support and stability to Afghans who are struggling with the impact of war and violence on their country and their communities. The organization is committed...
by Ehsan Bayat | Nov 16, 2018 | Afghanistan, Art, conservation, Culture, Education, History
A private, non-profit organization headquartered in New York City, the World Monuments Fund (WMF) has been working to preserve, protect, and raise awareness about the world’s significant cultural and artistic treasures for more than five decades. One of the most...
by Ehsan Bayat | Nov 2, 2018 | Afghanistan, Art, conservation, construction, crafts, Culture, Education, History, Philanthropy
In 2006, the nonprofit organization Turquoise Mountain was founded in Afghanistan with the mission of preserving and regenerating important historical and cultural areas, as well as reviving and revitalizing the practice of traditional arts and crafts. Today, just...
