SAFE Afghanistan

Registered Irish Charity – CRA No. 20026660
Menu
Donate Now

Hope for the Children of Afghanistan: Empowerment through Education and Training.

We are an Irish voluntary charity working for the past 35 years to support rural development in Afghanistan, mainly through education – and with a special emphasis on encouraging women’s participation in building a future for their devastated country.
Learn More
The playground and surrounding shrubs also provided by donations from SAFE

Empowering Afghanistan Through Education

SAFE (Support for Afghan Further Education) is a voluntary charity, based in Ireland. Since the 1990s we have worked with trusted Afghan partners to deliver education-focused aid and support to rural communities in one of the world’s poorest countries.

We have no paid staff or office overheads—100% of donations go directly to Afghan-led projects.

  • Chairperson: Patricia O'Malley.
  • Trustees: Brian Hamilton-Rodgers, Eamonn Lawlor, Terence Read
  • Registered Charity – CRA No. 20026660
  • Over three decades of impact
  • Transparent & trustworthy
Know More

Our Purpose Is Simple: Education for All

We believe education is the key to rebuilding Afghanistan. From schools to literacy programs, our goal is to create long-term opportunities by supporting Afghan-led learning initiatives, even during the most difficult times.

Educating Girls

In co-operation with local communities, and working within the constraints of Afghan government policy, SAFE supports projects that open classroom doors for Afghan girls and provide a secure learning environment that encourages all children’s attendance and participation.
SAFEpic1

Involving Women

In the past 35 years we have learned a lot about the women of Afghanistan: their indomitable spirit and the vital role they must play in the country’s future. Besides literacy and training programmes and encouraging education for girls, our projects have always sought to involve women as fully as possible (working in a co-op business, or as part of a husband-wife beekeeping team, training as traditional birth attendants, etc.)
A young Asian village boy sitting at the bottom of a staircase reading a book

Providing Schools

Some of our most important projects have involved building, repairing and improving schools and classrooms, providing safe and inviting spaces for learning. We have remained in touch with the local communities and responded to the schools’ needs: e.g. water supply, a secure play area.

Together, We Can Do More

Your support can change lives. Every euro helps provide education and hope.
Donate Now

Building a Better Tomorrow

From education to empowerment—our projects create lasting change.

The playground and surrounding shrubs also provided by donations from SAFE
Empowering Women Through Skills

We began with hands-on vocational training and life skills workshops, opening new paths to employment and confidence.

Well needed at Mirazar school for 2025
Educating the Next Generation

Our focus turned to girls’ education—offering school kits, transport support, and safe learning environments to boost attendance.

Rebuilding Local Schools

From collapsed roofs to missing blackboards, we’ve rebuilt classrooms, equipped facilities, and brought hope to rural learners.

Expanding Community Outreach

We now partner with local leaders and NGOs to extend our projects into new villages and underserved communities.

Know More

Our Work in Pictures

Real impact, real people. See the difference your support makes.

Get Involved

Help us empower Afghan youth through education. Whether you choose to donate, fundraise, or spread awareness, your support brings lasting change to communities in need.
Donate
Every euro makes a difference in a child’s future.
Fundraise

Organize a local event or campaign to support our work.

Spread the Word

Share our mission and stories to inspire others.

Know More