Recent Study on Community Based Education in Afghanistan

TAGHEER recently completed a study on Community-Based Education (CBE), which confirms that the CBE model still remains the most viable pathway for reaching out-of-school children (OOSC), particularly girls, under current restrictions. Classes proximity was the major reason for learners’ interest, access, and attendance, with 94% reporting they feel safe attending these classes.

Economic pressure and the necessity of child labor continue to hinder consistent participation for adolescent learners. Public schools’ infrastructure seems to have improved by temporal NGOs support, but the transition from CBE classes to the public school system remains the most significant bottleneck for long-term sustainability, leaving students—particularly older girls—without a path to continue their education once project support ends.

The International community needs to continue supporting children and education in Afghanistan. They must prioritize long-term, coordinated support that bridges the gap between community classes and formal, sustainable schooling.