Women Capacity Building and Development Organization
A glimpse of our projects, events, and achievements.
A glimpse of our projects, events, and achievements.
National and International Lobby & Advocacy for Women Peace and Security
A glimpse of our projects, events, and achievements.
A glimpse of our projects, events, and achievements.
A glimpse of our projects, events, and achievements.
A glimpse of our projects, events, and achievements.
A glimpse of our projects, events, and achievements.
A glimpse of our projects, events, and achievements.

28 female beneficiaries graduated from carpet weaving project, kabul support from UN Women.

about us

Women’s Capacity Building and Development Organization (WCBDO) is a non-profit, non-governmental, and humanitarian organization. It was established on March 2, 2010, and registered with the Ministry of Economy under registration number 1609. It is also registered with other relevant ministries, such as the Ministry of Women’s Affairs, the Department of Youth Affairs, and the Literacy Department of the Ministry of Education.WCBDO’s main office is in Kabul, and focal points are working in Paktia, Urozgan, Kandahar, Helmand, Nimroz, Kapisa, Jalalabad, Kunduz, Samangan, Balkh, and Bamiyan.WCBDO focuses on defending women’s rights and enhancing their capacities. It emphasizes poverty reduction, youth and child empowerment, human rights, social inclusion, and creating a society where everyone lives with respect and dignity.WCBDO has partnered with UNICEF, War Child Canada, AAWA, Counterpart-USAID, TOYO-Colombo Plan, UNAMA, and UN-WOMEN. It has also gained membership in the Afghanistan Education Cluster, such as the Education in Emergency (EiE) Working Group, the Afghanistan Cash and Voucher Working Group (CVWG), the Education Infrastructure Technical and Working Group (EITWG), the Education Defender Network (EDN), and the Afghan Women’s Network (AWN). Meanwhile, WCBDO plans to obtain membership in ACBAR, ES/NFI, FSAC, Health, Nutrition, GBV, and WASH clusters in 2025.WCBDO has also created a Youth Committee to address the challenges faced by girls deprived of education and rights. Through a series of steps, these girls are introduced to seminars aimed at empowering them. WCBDO also manages social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube channels for outreach and awareness.On the international front, WCBDO has introduced women and girls to the Alliance for International Women’s Rights, a US-based organization offering English mentorship classes. Initially, WCBDO connected literacy course teachers and staff to this opportunity and has been actively advocating for more women to benefit from it.

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(WCBDO) expresses its deepest condolences to the earthquake-affected

International Youth Day

UN Women Project in District 5 Off

Vision

WCBDO’s vision is to cultivate an environment where every woman and girl is empowered to reach her fullest potential. We aspire to build communities where human rights and gender equality are universally upheld, and women are recognized as leaders and change-makers, living lives of dignity, prosperity, and opportunity.

Mission

WCBDO’s mission is steadfast in its commitment to empowering youth, women, and girls through education, capacity building, skills development, advocacy, and the promotion of human rights and gender equality. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that creates equal opportunities, enhances economic independence, and champions women, peace, and security. Our focus is on supporting leadership and participation across all sectors of life. By providing access to essential resources, information, training opportunities, and support, we aim to dismantle barriers and enable women and girls to realize their full potential. In doing so, we strive to contribute to the social, economic, and cultural development of their communities.

Our Partners

Promoting Peace through Sport

Youth sports play a crucial role in peacebuilding and community engagement, providing a platform for young individuals to develop essential life skills, foster mutual respect, and promote social cohesion. By participating in sports, youth can learn the values of teamwork, discipline, and fair play, which are vital for creating harmonious and resilient communities. Moreover, sports provide a safe and structured environment for youth to channel their energy positively, reducing the likelihood of their involvement in violence or anti-social behavior. Through sports, young individuals can experience a sense of belonging and purpose, which is essential for their personal development and the […]

UN Women Project in District 5

The Women Capacity Building and Development Organization (WCBDO), with financial support from UN Women, has launched a project in District 5 to empower women through training in traditional carpet weaving. The aim of this project is to train and empower 56 eligible women and girls in the areas of carpet weaving, literacy, business management, and health awareness. This training will help them create better economic opportunities and achieve financial independence. At the end of the program, participants will receive carpet weaving tools, equipment, and training materials, so they can use their new skills to support themselves and their families through […]

Home-Based Educational Classes in District 4, Kabul

Since 2021, the Women’s Capacity Building and Development Organization has been implementing an innovative initiative called Home-Based Educational Classes in Districts 4th and 7th of Kabul, with the aim of promoting girls’ education and empowerment. This initiative was developed in response to the structural and societal obstacles that hinder girls’ access to formal education. It provides safe, accessible, and consistent learning environments, where students from grades 7 to 10 receive regular instruction within community homes. Through this approach, the organization aims to enhance academic competencies and support the personal and social development of girls. The program has made a notable […]

Workshop on Eliminating Violence and Creating Social Peace

In 2021at PD#16 of Kabul, with the support of the esteemed Warchild Canada office, a workshop on eliminating violence and creating social peace was held with the participation of religious scholars, lawyers, and ethnic leaders.