News
Isolation does not lead to progress
News In a statement from the annual meeting in May, Solidarity Committee urges the Swedish government to prioritise the needs of the Afghan people in foreign and development policy.
Torbjörn Pettersson elected new Chair of Solidarity Committee
News Torbjörn Pettersson was elected as the new chairperson of the Solidarity Committee for Afghanistan at the annual meeting held in Stockholm during the last weekend of May.
Afghanistan’s Maternal and Child Health at Breaking Point
News After years of progress, maternal mortality in Afghanistan is now increasing, despite many deaths being preventable. On the International Day of the Midwife, the Solidarity Committee launches a policy brief on the critical state of Afghanistan's maternal healthcare and the crucial role of midwives.
Webinar on World Midwifery Day: Who will survive the aid cuts?
News This webinar on World Midwifery Day focused on maternal and child healthcare as a central component of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).
“When midwives learn more, it makes real difference”
Health care Midwives practise maneuvers for safe deliveries in a capacity building programme supported by the Solidarity Committee.
Solidarity Committee strengthens midwifery skills
Health care Continuous training, mentorship and internships improve the quality of the care for mothers and newborns in Afghanistan.
Hard pressure on a fragile society as millions return
News Migration has played a major role in Afghanistan for a long time. After the Soviet invasion, more than half of the population left the country.
The returnees are starting from scratch – and worry about the children’s future
News They are starting from scratch and worrying about their children’s future, especially their daughters, who are not allowed to attend school.
Women-led Business a way to employment – and meaningfulness
News A growing number of Afghan women are starting small-scale businesses to earn an income.