Who We Are
Afghans for Progressive Thinking (APT) is a youth-led nonprofit organization in Afghanistan that actively addresses human rights crises, with a specific focus on women’s rights, while simultaneously promoting girls’ access to education through creative and impactful initiatives. Since its inception in 2010, APT activities have impacted and inspired over 60,000 youth and children to build a vision for a just and inclusive society.
Debate
Leadership
Mentorship & Coaching
RECENT NEWS
On December 16th, we organized an impactful exhibition debate centered around the crucial issue of girls’ education in Afghanistan. The …
We are thrilled to announce the publication of our Mentorship Program Booklet, third edition. This booklet briefly outlines the topic: …
Our Creative Writing Program has successfully concluded its four engaging sessions, spanning from November 9th to November 30th, with the …
On 9th of November, we started our Creative Writing Program with a group of 17 young women across Afghanistan, who …
We are pleased to announce the publication of our leadership program pamphlet. This pamphlet contains eight policy briefs which is …
Our Youth Advocacy Workshop commenced on the 13th of October 2023 to unite youth in Afghanistan and Canada to foster …
Two years on: Messages and stories of young women under the Taliban rule. 2nd Edition
On August 15th, 2023, Afghanistan marked the second anniversary of Taliban rule, which has drastically impacted the lives of Afghan women. They face severe restrictions on work, education, freedom of movement, and societal participation, including bans on NGO employment, park and gym visits, and strict dress codes when leaving their homes...
10 Years Of APT'S Journey
Advocacy for youth, peace and security
Advocacy for Resolution 2250 on youth, peace and security, which was adopted by the Security Council in 2015
Debate critical thinking training
Train over 50,000 youth in debate and critical thinking; Organized over 100 provincial debate tournaments in Kabul and abroad.
pioneer
Initiation of the annual Afghan youth representative, sending one/two Afghan youth representatives to the UN, who had the opportunity to speak in front of the Security Council.
charity Elementary School
Establishment of an elementary school for 100 kids (50 females, 50 males); this number is expected to increase in the following years.
Expansion
Expansion of APT’s work to 7 provinces of Afghanistan in the past 10 years.
Afghan youth Intercontinental representative
Sending youth representatives as “ambassadors” to programs in the continents of Asia, Europe, Africa, and the United States on behalf of the Afghan youth.