Empowering Afghan Girls
Supporting the education, well-being, and legal security of Afghan girls like Tabby and Fifi. Donate to make a difference.
About us
ASD's mission is to provide holistic support to displaced Afghan girls, empowering them to achieve their full potential and build a brighter future. This support encompasses their mental, emotional, academic, and legal needs, recognizing the trauma they have endured and the unique challenges they face.
How your donation helps
The girls supported by Afghan Scouts Durham came to the USA on student visas. They receive no government support, are not eligible to attend public schools, and do not receive support from resettlement agencies. ASD participants require on financial support from sponsor families and donations from people like you to provide the financial support needed for critical day-to-day support and continue their education in the United States.
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Tabby
ASD Student Founder & Beneficiary
Tabby was born in Takhar Province, Afghanistan, where she was a scout patrol leader and a member of the Afghan National Girls Choir. Forced to flee with her sister when the Taliban took over, she is now a high school student living in Durham North Carolina. Tabby founded Afghan Scouts Durham to tell the stories of the women whose lives were destroyed by the Taliban.
Fifi
Afghan Scout & Beneficiary
Fifi was born in Kabul, where she was one of the senior female patrol leaders for the Afghan capital city. As a scout, she built a library for a local school. Her first priority after arriving in the USA, was joining Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) to become the first-ever Afghan Scout & Hazara woman to earn the rank of Eagle Scout.
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How your donation helps
The girls are supported by ASD and receive no government or resettlement agency support. They are not eligible for any public assistance programs. They are also not eligible for work permits. They rely on financial support from sponsor families and donations to fund their day-to-day needs and continue their education in the United States.
