Imagining Tomorrow: Afghan Girls' Education

Dear Friends of Charmaghz,

A lot feels uncertain in the world right now, and wherever you are, I hope you are finding enough solid ground to keep moving through this moment. I want to begin by thanking you for supporting Charmaghz and for standing alongside Afghan girls as we imagine a new tomorrow for girls’ education in Afghanistan.

Your belief in our work has meant so much to our team. Over the past several months, as we have carefully designed the next chapter of Charmaghz, your trust has been a constant source of motivation. It has pushed us to think deeply and responsibly about how we can continue creating meaningful, lasting opportunities for Afghan girls in an increasingly complex and restrictive environment.

Because of your support, we are now ready to launch a new phase of programming. This work is rooted in careful research, consultation with Afghan girls themselves, and our years of experience delivering education in challenging contexts. Every step forward we are taking is possible because you chose to stand with us.

Beginning this spring, we will pilot three new types of online programming: secondary education for girls who are currently excluded from formal schooling; preparation for entrepreneurship and employment, designed to support girls seeking economic independence; and English classes to strengthen language skills needed for future education and work opportunities. Across all of these programs, participants will also receive personalized, long-term mentorship, ensuring that each girl has a real human being accompanying her at every stage of her educational journey.

Alongside this, we are also excited to continue Parkhan, our online book club program, which we successfully piloted last year. The name Parkhan combines two Persian words meaning fly and read, a reminder that learning has always been, and will always be, a form of freedom. We are now launching the next cohort of Parkhan, expanding the program and welcoming more girls into safe, structured learning spaces. We are also hiring additional mentors and facilitators, creating opportunities not only for girls to learn and connect, but also to support Afghan women educators during this crucial time. In 2026, Parkhan aims to reach approximately 400 Afghan girls across multiple cohorts. Thanks to you, this work is possible.

We will continue to share updates as these programs unfold. For now, please know that your belief in this work matters deeply. On behalf of our entire team, I want to thank you again for your support, which is making a lasting difference in the lives of Afghan girls.

Warm Regards,
Freshta