After almost half a century of warfare and hardships, the educational system in Afghanistan is in complete disarray. There are not enough schools or teachers, and enrollment, particularly for girls, is staggeringly low.

This project, implemented by Aga Khan Foundation U.S.A., works with Afghan communities to help them meet the challenge of reconstructing the educational system. The project will enroll thousands of children into school and will rehabilitate existing schools. Special emphasis will be placed on improving the quality of instruction. The Foundation will train teachers by upgrading the skills of existing teachers and providing quality training to new teachers. With a focus on supporting girls’ education, female teachers will be recruited from local villages. To further support this effort, a women’s hostel will be constructed at the Teacher Training College in Pul-e-Khumry. The on-site accommodations will provide a safe and supportive environment to the young women, particularly those from rural areas, while they participate in teacher training. By training more female teachers, girls in Afghanistan will receive even more opportunity to attend - and stay - in school.