Volunteerism & ICTs: Afghanistan

Afghanistan at a Glance


Languages	Pushtu, Dari Persian, other Turkic and minor languages
Religions	Islam (Sunni 84%, Shi'ite 15%, other 1%)
Ethnicity	Pashtun 38%, Tajik 25%, Uzbek 6%, Hazara 19%, minor ethnic groups (Chahar Aimaks, Turkmen, Baloch, and others)
Population	31,889,923 (July 2007 est.)
Capital	Kabul, 2,450,000
Currency	Afghani (AFN)
Web Domains	.af
Phone Codes	00-93

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Get Involved with ICVolunteers' Projects in Afghanistan

ICVolunteers-Switzerland is the Swiss branch of ICVolunteers. Historically, the Swiss office is the cradle of the whole organization. ICVolunteers has local presence in a growing number of countries, including Afghanistan.

We invite you to look over what we are doing in the area.

ICVolunteers Projects in Afghanistan:

Landmines conference: 7th Meeting of the States Parties (7MSP)

http://wwv.icvolunteers.org/index.php?what=projectsshort&id=240

2006-09-05 16:52:11

While the situation has improved in recent years, antipersonnel landmines are still being laid today, mutilating and killing people together with mines from previous conflicts.

Landmine Survivors Network Meeting on Strategy

http://wwv.icvolunteers.org/index.php?what=projectsshort&id=148

2006-02-08 18:02:08

Le Réseau des Survivants aux Mines Antipersonnel (LSN), créé par et pour les survivants, permet aux individus, aux familles et aux communautés touchés par les mines de surmonter le traumatisme, de faire valoir leurs droits et respecter leur dignité.

Training for Landmine Survivors

http://wwv.icvolunteers.org/index.php?what=projectsshort&id=80

2006-02-08 18:02:08

For several years the personal stories presented by landmine survivors have had a significant impact in reminding experts, diplomats and decision-makers of the human faces behind issues being discussed.

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 10:38:06 GMT

New York Times 'A Wrestler Never Dies,' Afghans Say. After Bombing, Their Stories ...New York TimesKABUL, Afghanistan — There is a saying here: “A wrestler never dies.” It's a commentary on how the sport's champions hold a special place in Afghan hearts,�...and more�� More...

Shi'a In Afghanistan, Pakistan Mark Ashura Holiday Amid Increased Security Measures - RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 12:46:37 GMT

RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty Shi'a In Afghanistan, Pakistan Mark Ashura Holiday Amid Increased Security MeasuresRadioFreeEurope/RadioLibertyIn the Shi'ite neighborhoods of the Afghan capital, Kabul, armed volunteer groups stood guard at mosques and major intersections. Large vehicles were also banned from streets where places of worship are located to prevent car-bomb attacks, according to�...Ashura marked amid tight security in AfghanistanThe News Internationalall 185 news articles�� More...

Volunteerism & ICTs: Afghanistan

Afghanistan at a Glance

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