Projects
“The children are each country’s future,” says IAWA founder Laila Noor. Which is why they need one thing most: education. With this mindset, we finance school construction projects to provide young girls and boys access to education. Explore our completed projects for more information.
The association
Almost 60% of Afghanistan’s population are illiterate. IAWA aims to change this by constructing schools open to both girls and boys. Education and information are powerful tools against fanaticism and discrimination. Which function as causes we stand up for for nearly two decades.
Donations
To bring an idea to life, it requires dedicated supporters who pursue their aim against all odds. Your donation makes you a part of this committed community. Moreover, you provide people in Afghanistan with the opportunity for a future defined by education and mutual respect for all.
Education is hope
and the key to life!
Who we are
We are a diverse group of individuals from various countries and cultures who share a connection to and understanding of Afghanistan. Our mission is to raise awareness of Afghanistan’s unique culture and heritage in Germany, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the country.
Patroness of our association is Mrs. Luise Scherf (wife of the former mayor of Bremen).
Our aims
All members of the association work as volunteers and, regardless of religious and political beliefs, for the following aims:
In Afghanistan
- The furthering of national education and vocational training, the promotion of equal rights of men and women, of developmental aid,
- the support of people in need of economic assistance.
In Europe
- Information about the current situation in Afghanistan
- The relaying of Afghan culture
Our projects
We support people in need as well as staff of our schools with food, medication and, occasionally, with small amounts of money. Classes in tents or even in the open, under adverse conditions, partly without sufficient sanitation: In Afghanistan, this is not unusual. Regardless of whether the existing school buildings offer too little space, had been destroyed or are just not at the place of need.
With the building of new schools or the extension of existing ones, the IAWA creates the space pupils need to learn in a sustainable way. All schools have toilets and often also a water supply of their own through a well. Besides, the buildings are a safe space for pupils and teaching personnel. The IAWA carries out the maintenance for existing schools and arranges for necessary renovation works. Outdated or unusable furniture gets exchanged and/or replaced.
Also are the rebuilding of dried-out wells and the water supplies part of our projects. We support people in need with food, medication, and, occasionally, also with small amounts of money.
Your support
Your support is one of the most important building blocks for the road to our aim! Regardless whether you want to engage personally in the IAWA team, have ideas how to make our work more visible or if you want to support our projects by making a donation: With each form of support, you contribute actively towards paving the way for the people in Afghanistan to an independent future.