Afghanistan

Despite all the challenges and uncertainties due to the fall of the republic government in mid-August 2021, Search opted to remain in Afghanistan and support the Afghan public and the civil society actors during the most difficult time.

A year on, Search for Common Ground sees an immediate need for building social cohesion and solidarity in Afghanistan. We see that polarization is increasing, resources are becoming scarcer, and international technical and financial aid is still insufficient to support civil society fully. The financial crisis is putting an additional burden on all sectors.

Nevertheless, Search for Common Ground is committed to staying in Afghanistan and supporting Afghans to build a healthy, safe, and just society for all. The organization’s focus in Afghanistan is to strengthen civil society, work with women and youth leaders, help communities resolve conflict in non-violent ways, bring together people across dividing lines, and ensure humanitarian aid is delivered in Afghanistan in a conflict-smart way.

world ranking

#1 is most peaceful, equal, and democratic

peace

#163		out of 163 countries

gender equality

#153		out of 163 countries

democracy

#141		out of 163 countries

Latest Projects

RAPID RESPONSE TO CHALLENGES IN AFGHANISTAN: ASSESSING COVID-19 IMPACT ON AFGHAN SOCIETY, AND SUPPORTING YOUTH AND CSOs IN AFGHANISTAN - Context The regime change in mid-August 2021 brought about a state of uncertainties, challenges, and economic crisis that affected Afghan citizens from all walks of life, including youth and social activists, businesses and startups, and civil society activists. Search for Common Ground initiated a project aimed at alleviating […]

COVID-19 response and social cohesion -

Search for Common Ground, with support from the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), has embarked on a research project to undertake a conflict analysis for a better understanding of the conflict dynamics in five districts of Herat, Balkh, and Kabul provinces and analyze the impact of COVID-19 on the overall level of conflict, violence, and social cohesion.

COVID-19 Rapid Response -

This four-month (November 1, 2021– February 28, 2022) rapid response action aimed at increasing awareness of COVID-19 best safety practices, and supporting local civil society organizations to distribute hygiene resources in their target constituencies.

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