World Vision Identifies Economic Collapse, Climate Shocks as Key Challenges for Afghan Families

The World Vision Institute has cited economic collapse, climate shocks, and cash shortages as major challenges confronting families in Afghanistan.

These factors have resulted in increased child labor, higher school dropout rates, hunger among children, and intensified protection risks.

Long-term droughts, water shortages, and environmental degradation have severely impacted agriculture and rural livelihoods, leading to reduced food production and incomes.

Displacements caused by climate change have risen significantly, forcing hundreds of thousands of people to migrate and disrupting their access to food, water, health services, and protection.

Afghan families lack adequate awareness about nutritious foods, with schools identified as essential venues for raising such awareness.

Restrictions on girls' education beyond the sixth grade limit these opportunities, further exacerbating poverty and gender inequalities.