Child Protection & Youth Developments | Compassionate Afghanistan

Child Protection & Youth Development

At Compassionate Afghanistan (CASDHO), we uphold the belief that every Afghan child and young person deserves a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment. Decades of conflict, displacement, and social turmoil have gravely impacted Afghanistan’s children and youth, leaving many vulnerable to exploitation, violence, and lost opportunities. Our Child Protection & Youth Development programs aim to safeguard these individuals while fostering their growth into resilient, educated, and empowered citizens who can contribute positively to their communities.

Securing Childhood,

Shaping the Future

🚸 Challenges Facing Afghan Children and Youth

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.

🧭 Mission, Vision and Strategic Objectives

Mission: To ensure that every child and youth in Afghanistan is safe, educated, empowered, and given the opportunity to lead a dignified and meaningful life.

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.

1. Child Protection in Emergencies (CPiE)

🌍 Programs and Interventions

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

2. Education and Literacy Advancement

3. Youth Empowerment and Development

4. Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)

5. Policy Advocacy and Community Awareness

📢 Appeals and Campaigns

Compassionate Afghanistan invites you to join hands in protecting

and empowering Afghan children and youth.

Current Appeals

$25 provides a child with school supplies for one year.
$100 supports vocational training for a youth to build employable skills.
$500 funds advocacy training for a young leader to champion local causes.

Active Campaigns

#SafeAfghanChildren: A movement to protect children from exploitation and abuse.
#EmpowerAfghanYouth: Supporting initiatives that enable youth to contribute meaningfully to society.

🙌 Appeals & Campaigns

Community Leadership: Solutions driven by Afghan healthcare professionals deeply rooted in their communities.
Sustainability: Long-term programs empower communities and reduce dependency.
Collaboration: Collaboration with local hospitals, Ministry of Public Health, and other partners ensures impactful interventions.
Resilience & Innovation: Combining modern tools and traditional knowledge to overcome barriers effectively.

🌟 Call to Action

Every step matters in building a safer, stronger Afghanistan for its children and youth.

Volunteer

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

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Donate

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.