Welcome to the website
of Afghan Women Support | AWS
Switzerland
Our Approach
At Afghan Women Support, we believe that sustainable change begins with education. Through long-term educational programs, skills development, mental health support, and opportunities for women’s economic empowerment, we work alongside Afghan women to help build stronger futures for themselves and their communities.
We do not work for Afghan women.
We work with Afghan women.
We believe that Afghan women are not passive beneficiaries of aid, but active leaders, educators, professionals, and changemakers.
Our Impact
🌍 40+ International Volunteers
📚 150 Students enrolled in our English Bridging Program
🤖 30 Students participating in Robotics and Coding Education
🎓 100 High School Girls reached through UNESCO-supported educational initiatives
🌐 50 Women receiving regular internet support to access education
💼 20 Women Employed through our educational and empowerment programs in Afghanistan
Our Mission
To empower Afghan women through education, skills development, and meaningful work opportunities.
Our Vision
We envision a future in which every Afghan woman has access to education, the opportunity to develop her talents, and the ability to participate actively in society. Through online learning programs, teacher development, entrepreneurship initiatives, and creativity hubs, we strive to create pathways toward independence, leadership, and long-term opportunity.
"Afghan Women Support has become a platform where the voices, stories and talents of women in Afghanistan can be shared with the world. Their resilience and courage have not only inspired our work, but have helped us grow together as a team committed to education, solidarity and change."
Selai Balkhi, Founder and President of AWS
“These classes give these bright and talented young women a place to talk and learn. I am inspired every week by their determination and intelligence”
Elaine O'Brien, Board Member, AWS Volunteer Teacher
“Thanks to my work as a tailor at AWS, I can meet my friends at work. There I have a safe space and I can talk about my worries . Additionally, I can support my children and be independent.
Rabia, Handicraft worker AWS
“In the robotics class, I learned how to program a robot. When I saw it move based on my code. I felt proud and motivated. ”
Suhaila N. , Robotics student and teacher AWS
Our active initiatives for
Girls and Women in Afghanistan
Handicraft Project – Selai Design.
English Bridging Program
Robotics and Coding
Comic-Project
Mental Health Support
University Internships (NEW)
Workshops (NEW)
Your donation creates direct impact for Afghan women and girls.
Our support goes beyond the classroom
