Focusing on women and children
We want to re-emphasise that, in the rapidly changed and still-changing circumstances, the Linda Norgrove Foundation intends to continue its work supporting women and children in Afghanistan.
We have temporarily removed some blog posts as well as photos from other posts until the security situation in Afghanistan becomes clearer. We do not want to risk the safety of the students or the projects that we fund.
John and Lorna Norgrove write about the development of the Foundation and its work, shedding light on the stories behind the headlines.
We hear from women who work for the Foundation in Afghanistan or who have benefitted from the Foundation's work. These blogs direct from Afghanistan give real insight into the people you are helping to support.
Our work and support continues
When life for people in Afghanistan deteriorates, our support becomes even more valuable.
Ten years on
As I sit at my desk writing, I remember this time 10 years ago when Linda had been kidnapped and was being kept hidden while US troops scoured the valley she was in.
Coronavirus in Afghanistan
The coronavirus pandemic has obviously affected some of the people and organisations that the Linda Norgrove Foundation supports in Afghanistan, and so we are taking action where we can.
Adapting to changing circumstances
As Afghanistan changes, the Foundation has to change its approach as well. But we are still as committed as ever to supporting the women and children of Afghanistan.
Holiday home with hope
John and Lorna Norgrove have renovated a byre into a holiday home to raise funds for the Foundation. Nicky Marr writes about her stay there.
Help us support medical scholarships
It’s not surprising to hear there is a shortage of doctors in Afghanistan but, crucially, it’s the lack of female doctors that impacts on women’s health. It’s culturally difficult for many women to be allowed… [Read More]
Bamiyan: my cultural capital
Baharah,* who works for the Foundation in Afghanistan, describes life in Bamiyan and how the Foundation is helping children and families there.
Triathlon training – more than just swimming, cycling and running
Elspeth Logan likes swimming in a nice warm pool, hasn’t been on a bike for 20 years, and occasionally jogs slowly along the flat. So she couldn’t be better prepared to do a triathlon in… [Read More]
Humbling pursuit of education
We recently spent 10 days in Afghanistan visiting some of the projects supported by the Linda Norgrove Foundation. Security checks on leaving the country were more onerous than when we entered.