Help Afghans Learn Computing and Coding

Thank you for your support of the Afghan Institute of Learning’s Computer programs. In February of 2013, 332 students attended computer classes at AIL’s Learning Centers overseen by the Herat Office, and 132 students attended computer classes at Learning Centers overseen by the Kabul Office. These classes helped the students learn basic computer skills, which the students could use to help them secure employment. 

Additionally in February, 213 students graduated from the advanced computer classes being offered in Herat province. A new class has started in March, and we will know how many people have enrolled in the new class in early April. In Kabul province, 285 students are enrolled in the advanced computer class. 

The Afghan Institute of Learning (AIL) and Creating Hope International (CHI) would like to wish you and yours the happiest of holiday seasons.  As you celebrate with those you love, please take a moment to look at CHI’s yearly newsletter, which we’ve attached to this report. As you will see, 2012 has been a transformative year for AIL and CHI. After years of working tirelessly to provide education, training and healthcare to Afghans, we are beginning to see a real change. The minds of those AIL works with are being opened to the possibility of a peaceful Afghan society. 

AIL is in the process of finalizing a 5 year funding plan, which will be put into place beginning in 2013. We are looking forward to sharing the details of this plan with you soon, and hope that you will find it in your heart to give generously to help us reach our goal. The people of Afghanistan are making great strides, but our work is not done yet. Instead of backing down, we need to push ahead and continue to give Afghans the tools they need to create a more peaceful country. We are hoping that we can count on you to help continue our work. 

• Annual Newsletter (PDF)