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Organization	Afghanistan American Friendship Foundation
Region	Afghanistan
Website	Website
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ProjectLeader	Missy Simmons

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AAFF operates 2 computer training centers within public schools for Afghan girls in grades 5-12 in Northern Afghanistan. Many Afghan girls do not have access to technology and lack basic knowledge of computer skills. AAFF's courses taught by qualified female Afghan teachers equip the next generation of girls valuable computer skills that will enhance their education and equip them for a brighter future. The courses offer 900 girls a year basic computer training and 160 girls coding training.

Challenge

A 2021 UNESCO report on Afghanistan stated that 49% of the nation's education financing came from external aid. The recent withdrawal of global support is "harming learners' possibilities, particularly those of girls." Most schools do not have computers and therefore most Afghan girls do not have access to technology and lack basic knowledge of computer skills. In this crucial time, Afghan girls need access to education that will empower them and their communities to have a brighter future.

Long-Term Impact

Computer training encourages Afghan girls to complete their education and prepares them for further education as well as equips them to gain employment. Offering girls opportunities in computer training contributes to decreases in early marriage rates which improves girls' health and increases their ability to enter the job market. Enhancing girls' education has long-term benefits for their communities as their employment contributes to the economic development of their community and nation.