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Community • Learning • Impact

JOYA — Empowering Youth, Building Futures

We provide education, livelihoods, and community health support across Afghanistan.

Community-driven
Impact-led
Girls studying in Afghanistan - JOYA Education Program
JOYA educational program empowering Afghan youth
Youth empowerment through education in Afghanistan
Live Impact

Our Mission

To empower youth through skills, opportunities and inclusive community programs.

Since 2018 Local teams

Explore Our Impact Journey

JOYA was founded in 2018 and works across multiple provinces in Afghanistan, focusing on youth, women, and vulnerable communities. Our programs span education, health, livelihoods, and humanitarian support to create sustainable change and empower local communities through community-led development initiatives.

Innovative Education

Formal and non-formal education programs focusing on literacy, vocational training, and skills development for girls, youth, and marginalized communities.

Sustainable Agriculture

Climate-resilient farming techniques, water conservation systems, and food security programs to build economic resilience in communities.

Community Impact

Health & Community

Mobile clinics, WASH programs, health awareness campaigns, and emergency humanitarian response supporting vulnerable populations.

Program Reach Multi-Province
Community Engagement High

Impact Timeline

2018

Organization Founded

JOYA established with focus on youth empowerment and community development.

2020

Provincial Expansion

Expanded operations to multiple provinces across Afghanistan.

2022

Education Scale-up

Launched comprehensive education and TVET programs nationwide.

2025

Renewed Operations

Reactivated programs with enhanced humanitarian and development focus.

Impact Journey Ongoing
Foundation Current Progress Future Vision

Our Impact

Transforming lives through sustainable development and community empowerment

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Active Projects

Community development initiatives across Afghanistan

Last updated: Dec 2024
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Youth Empowered

Through education, training, and capacity building

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Provinces Reached

Covering urban and rural communities

Expanding to 5 more provinces

Education & Training

Providing access to quality education, vocational training, and digital literacy programs for Afghan youth.

Literacy programs
Vocational training
University scholarships
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Livelihood & Economic Empowerment

Creating sustainable income opportunities through entrepreneurship, agriculture, and trade development.

Small business grants
Agriculture training
Job placement services
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Community Health & Development

Strengthening communities through healthcare access, WASH programs, and social infrastructure.

Healthcare clinics
Clean water projects
Women's health programs
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Where We Work

JOYA operates across multiple provinces in Afghanistan, focusing on areas with the greatest need and potential for impact.

  • Partnerships with local organizations
  • Accessible, community-led programming
Afghanistan Map showing JOYA program locations
Kabul Province
Nangarhar Province
Bamyan Province
Herat Province
Kandahar Province

Our Mission

We believe in locally-led solutions and long-term impact.

Protect & Educate

Support education access for marginalized youth and strengthen local schools.

Create Opportunities

Build livelihood pathways and entrepreneurship opportunities for young people.

Strengthen Communities

Support health, protection, and community development that lasts.

Success Stories

Real impact from communities we serve

Education

From Student to Teacher

Fatima completed our teaching program and now educates 50+ girls in her village.

Kabul Province 2021
Agriculture

Sustainable Farming Success

Ahmed's farm tripled production with our agricultural training and support.

Nangarhar 2022
Healthcare

Community Health Transformation

Our mobile clinic serves 500+ patients monthly in remote areas.

Bamyan 2023

Be Part of the Change

Your support can help us reach more youth and communities across Afghanistan