Save the Children - Afghanistan

Eid Mubarak from all of us at Save the Children in Afghanistan! This Eid, we extend our heartfelt wishes to all children and families across Afghanistan. May this blessed occasion bring joy, happiness and prosperity. #EidMubarak

From all of us at @save_children in Afghanistan, warmest wishes for Eid Al-Fitr! May this special occasion bring happiness, peace, and prosperity to all children and families across Afghanistan. #EidMubarak

More than half a million Afghans cross into #Afghanistan from Iran since 1 June. "Families are just sitting in the open on top of their bags with no protection from the burning heat and dust, " said Charity Lukaya @Save_Afg @Save_Global News. savethechildren.net/stories/staff-…

Thousands of #Afghan families are returning from #Iran, many with only the clothes on their backs. Over 80,000 children crossed into #Afghanistan in June alone. They face hunger, fear, and an uncertain future. The world must not look away. @SaveAfg #SavetheChildren

Last week I visited @Save_Afg's programs in #Wardak where I sat with Kuchi communities listening to their stories of hunger, sickness, loss.. but also of hope. Their animals, their only way to survive, are dying from diseases that could easily be prevented. Climate change is…

Our team in Afghanistan has received critical medical shipments, with more to come, totalling nearly 122 metric tons. That’s like 2 Boeing 737s full of life-saving medicine for 1.7M people, incl. 789K children❤️ Donate now to help us keep saving lives👉 bit.ly/45FDnJA

18 health facilities supported by @Save_Afg & its partner have already closed due to funding cuts. Only 14 clinics will operate for one more month — without urgent support, they’ll close too. These 32 clinics served 134,000 children in January alone. bit.ly/PR1sc

Floods leave 29 people dead, including children in Afghanistan. “These floods are yet another sign that climate is changing rapidly for families in Afghanistan to adapt and this is hurting those who are least responsible for damage—children.”@save_children bit.ly/43hQPT

Despite contributing less than 1% to total global carbon emissions, #Afghanistan is among the most vulnerable to #ClimateChange, with the 2021 Children’s Climate Risk Index ranking it ‘Extremely High’ for children’s exposure and vulnerability. Read more: uni.cf/3VuhBmt

Ahmad*, 27, is a dedicated #nutrition nurse serving remote, underserved communities. He assesses patients' nutritional needs, educates families on healthy eating, and supports #malnourished #children, making a lasting impact on their health and well-being. #SavetheChildren

FEATURED: @Independent "As winter arrives and temperatures drop, families in some parts of Afghanistan are having to make agonising choices about what to prioritise—food, heating or warm clothes for the children,” Country Director @Save_Afg, @ArshadSave bit.ly/SC-1i

On #InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities, we celebrate resilience and inclusivity. Parwin*, 13, dreams of becoming a doctor to help children with disabilities. Her school brings her joy and fuels her hope to complete her education. #SavetheChildren #Inclusion #Accessibility

Tamim* an 18-month-old child was suffering from moderate acute #malnutrition, pneumonia, diarrhea, and fever. Thanks to life-saving treatment, including medication and a 60-day course of Ready-to-Use Supplementary Food (#RUSF), he is now on the path to a healthy #childhood.

Households in Kabul received Multi-Purpose #Cash Assistance, enabling them to meet basic needs like food and essential non-food items, thanks to support funding from @Sida. #SavetheChildren #CashSupport #Winter #SupportingFamilies

Just landed our 3rd plane of medicines this year in #Afghanistan. As temps drop, there is a rise in respiratory infections, 60% seen in children under 5. This shipment will help 1000s of children. Spokesperson available.

More frequent and severe flooding and prolonged droughts wipe out crops, kill livestock, and ultimately leave food out of reach for millions. About 3 out of 10 children are currently experiencing emergency or crisis levels of hunger. #COP29Baku Read more:bit.ly/3V3MD4l

Happy #World Children’s Day! Today, we celebrate the dreams, resilience, and boundless potential of every child in #Afghanistan. Let’s continue to create a brighter, sustainable future where their hopes can soar and their smiles light the way! #WorldChildrensDay

Climate crisis is here now! This year alone, floods have killed 471 people and destroyed or damaged more than 20,000 homes. Read more: bit.ly/3AJNDDK #SaveTomorrow #ClimateCrisis #COP29 #Afghanistan #ClimateChange #Children