The country of Afghanistan
It was a country where simply living was a struggle.
Infant mortality rate: 45 per 1,000 live births,
Under-5 mortality rate: 54 per 1,000 live births.
Life expectancy: 66 years.
Under-5 mortality rate: 54 per 1,000 live births.
Life expectancy: 66 years.
It was a reality where being born and surviving was more difficult than anywhere else in the world.
(*UNICEF State of the World’s Children 2024)
Educational opportunities are limited. Only 17% of children have acquired basic numeracy skills, and only 14% have basic reading comprehension skills, indicatin
In the face of such harsh realities, we wanted to protect the future of the people through support in healthcare and education. With this single purpose in mind, the Karez Association was founded in April 2002. In June of the same year, we received official NGO registration from the Afghan government and began operating a clinic in southern Kandahar.
A small light was lit on the barren desert land. It was the first step toward restoring the dignity of life. The Karez Association, whose name means "life-giving water channels," continues to quietly nurture the hearts and lives of the people.
