Underground TechSheroes: Tools for Empowerment
In Afghanistan, girls have been banned from schools since 2021, but women and girls continue to procure access to computers, technology, and the internet; programs like Sahar’s Underground TechSheroes have created a lifeline for them, teaching them foundational skills in information technology and coding, so that they can maintain a connection to the outside world and take advantage of work opportunities to advance their position.
It is perhaps even more significant that, in addition to the IT skill-building that this program provides, it works in concert with Sahar’s empowerment program to give Afghan women hope for the future, and a drive to move forward, share knowledge, and build community. Participants report that prior to taking classes, they lacked confidence, experienced depression, and felt isolated, but following participation in the program, they became empowered to use their new skills to seek and thrive in employment. The program has served 585 girls so far, and continues to grow in reach.
The Cost of Lives: Count with Me
Every 2 hours, a woman in Afghanistan dies from preventable pregnancy-related complications.
Amidst conflict, malnutrition, and limited access to healthcare—especially in remote areas—women face overwhelming challenges. Restrictions on women humanitarian workers and cuts in funding are making it worse.
But there is hope. The Threads of Hope program by Sahar Education empowers women with education, skills for income, and vital health knowledge. Together, we can help women protect their health and build a better future.
Reflections and Resolve: Three Years After the Taliban Takeover
As we mark the third year since the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan, we reflect on the profound changes that have shaped the lives of millions, especially the women and girls of Afghanistan. This anniversary is a somber reminder of the hardships our sisters face under a regime that seeks to silence their voices and dim their futures.