Child Protection & Youth Development

Securing Childhood,

Shaping the Future

At Compassionate Afghanistan, we believe in the power of skills and knowledge to transform lives and communities. Through our Capacity Building & Skills Development programs, we are creating opportunities for Afghan individuals, communities, and institutions to grow and thrive. Our initiatives focus on market-relevant training, institutional strengthening, and innovative solutions tailored to Afghanistan’s unique challenges. Together, we can forge a resilient future where every Afghan has the tools to lead a dignified and self-reliant life.

Challenges in Afghanistan

Afghanistan faces a generational crisis marked by the following challenges:

4.2 million children are out of school, most of them girls (60%).
1 in 3 children is engaged in labor, often under hazardous conditions.
28% of girls are married before the age of 18, exposing them to significant health and social risks.
40% youth unemployment has led to increased migration and susceptibility to radicalization.
Psychological trauma and vulnerability to substance abuse have reached alarming levels among children and youth.

These issues underscore the urgent need for multi-pronged interventions to protect and empower Afghanistan’s future generation.

Objectives

Prevent and respond to abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violence against children.
Provide access to education, vocational training, and leadership development.
Address mental health and psychosocial needs through structured support systems.
Strengthen community-based protection mechanisms and collaborate on policy advocacy.
Empower youth to lead social and civic initiatives for sustainable change.

Programs and Interventions

Compassionate Afghanistan runs a range of internationally benchmarked programs that focus on child protection and youth development.

Urgent Appeals & Campaigns

Photo: CASDHO Volunteer

Rebuilding Childhood: A Playground for Hope in Kunar

Photo: Eng. Ah. Jawid Haidary

Urgent Need for School in Masoud Village, Kunar

Call to Action

Every step matters. Join us in building a safer, stronger Afghanistan for every child.

Donate Today to protect vulnerable children and support youth empowerment programs.
Partner With Us to implement impactful and lasting solutions.
Advocate for Change by amplifying the voices of Afghan children and youth.

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Together, we can secure a hopeful future for the next generation.