The inaugural session of the Teachers For Afghanistan (T4A) Program commenced on March 4th, 2023, to address the lack of education for girls and women. The genesis of this initiative within CWW stemmed from the alarming statistic revealing that 80% of school-aged Afghan girls, encompassing 2.5 million individuals, are deprived of educational opportunities. Shockingly, nearly 30% of girls in Afghanistan have never even stepped foot into primary education.

Responding to the urgent need for action, the T4A program materialized into reality, driven by the impassioned calls for international teacher volunteers. Presently, T4A offers a diverse array of courses, ranging from GED and ESL to high school and university-level subjects. Beyond traditional academics, the program extends its reach to encompass holistic development by offering courses in Yoga, life skills, and conversational English.

However, the journey towards education is fraught with challenges, particularly for Afghan women and girls. Recognizing the risks associated with accessing education, T4A has implemented stringent guidelines safeguarding the identities and residential privacy of its students. Despite the necessity for anonymity, the vibrancy of the learning experience is preserved through the animated participation of students.

In a time when Afghanistan finds itself increasingly isolated from the global community, the imperative to deliver education to its present and future generations of women leaders has never been more pronounced. T4A stands as a beacon of hope, championing the cause of education amidst adversity and paving the way for a brighter future for Afghan women and girls. Our team is made up of passionate educators who are dedicated to helping students succeed. With years of experience in the field, our educators have the knowledge and expertise needed to provide top-notch educational services.

Impact Metrics

Subject

Students Per Subject

GED Math
40
GED Social Studies
40
GED English Language Arts
40
GED Science
40
Chat & Chapter Club
25
Speakers' Corner
20
Yoga
30
ESL Intermediate
30
ESL Elementary
30
English Writing
30
Novel Nights: English Reading & Discussion
30

Teacher Volunteers

20

Subjects Offered

11

Avg Students Per Subject

32

Apprx Total Class Attendance (2024)

20,000

Volunteers Speak

“

I was drawn to volunteer by the idea of providing quality lessons to students whose education was interrupted by war or political unrest. Being a passionate educator with years of teaching experience in Canadian schools, it was my chance to help in my area of expertise. It was an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and youth around the world.

Since I started my volunteer work in April of 2022, I have taught and presented workshops to Ukrainian children and teachers. Their curiosity to learn in unfortunate circumstances is inspiring. I always look forward to seeing curious faces and meeting kids and teachers who demonstrate perseverance and optimism. They show initiative to participate and engage in lessons despite broken microphones, sirens, and blackouts. They model strength and resilience, and I am fortunate to work with them. I am grateful that they always show up.

I continue to learn and improve my teaching practices: virtually and using trauma informed approaches while creating welcoming and engaging lessons. I am being rewarded with a clear vision for the world, enjoyment of my work, privilege to watch eager learners and confidence that I am supporting those in need.

Svitlana S.CWW Teacher Volunteer