Afghanistan Relief Fund

With the United States and allied nations withdrawal of their military presence from Afghanistan, hundreds of thousands of vulnerable Afghans are now facing imminent danger and retaliation by the Taliban Communities. At risk groups include women, children, Afghans who have assisted the international mission, citizens and legal permanent residents of other countries.

 

Of particular concern is the targeting of women and female children, who are losing the basic human rights they fought so hard to gain over the last 20 years. They are being denied access to education and jobs, they are no longer able to freely walk around their cities and villages except as permitted by their male relatives or the Taliban, or gather with friends to socialize. Access to basic necessities such as health care is being denied, or no longer exists.

 

BBTV wants to support the relief effort of organizations that are providing humanitarian aid for Afghanistan, and match donations up to $5,000. All proceeds from this fundraising campaign will be donated to Women for Women and the International Rescue Committee. Please help us reach this goal by donating, spreading the word on social media, and sharing with your networks. Any contribution is greatly appreciated!

 

Women for Women - A global organization that invests in women survivors of war and conflict, connecting them with each other, resources, and support to realize their own power. They have developed a program that offers Afghan women a constructive, dignified way to discover their power and lead mentally and physically healthy lives. With these tools, they can influence decisions at home and in their communities, generate income, and save money for the future, contributing to economic self-sufficiency in their lives and for their families.

 

IRC - A global organization dedicated to providing aid for countries facing the worst humanitarian crises. The IRC began responding in Afghanistan in 1988 and now works in thousands of villages across nine provinces, with Afghans making up more than 99 percent of IRC staff in the country.