Our Areas of Focus
Principled Advocacy
We have done the work. Deep experience, credibility, and strong personal and professional networks — we seek to leverage all three to advocate for the interests of Afghan-Americans at the federal, state, and local levels. We regularly engage with policy makers to ensure that Afghan-Americans not only participate in the conversation but also set the agenda.
Research & Analysis
Data matters. We support objective research, reporting, and analysis on issues of interest to Afghan-Americans. We work with leading universities and institutions in the United States to identify opportunities for exploration and scholarship that would benefit Afghan-Americans and Afghanistan.
Coalition Building
We value collaboration. Our ability to build bridges and pave avenues of collaboration set us apart. Whether working with other Afghan-American organizations, similarly situated communities in the U.S., government, non-profit organizations or partners in the private sector, we welcome opportunities to join others committed to advancing our mission.
Civic Engagement
Afghan-Americans are ready to lead. We strive to empower our community to develop the capacity, skills, and connections to make a difference. We see the Afghan-American community as a part of the social and political fabric of America. We want to foster a bias for action in every member.
Education & Exchange
Information can transform. From building knowledge within the Afghan-American diaspora to creating opportunities for the broader American public to learn about Afghanistan, Afghan history, language, culture, and traditions, we believe information can shape narratives, perceptions, and ultimately realities.