Why Rawabit Foundation Exists

Rawabit Foundation was born out of a critical need in Afghanistan: the threat to free expression, limited internet access, and the shrinking space for civic engagement. Under increasingly restrictive conditions, many Afghans struggle to connect, share information, and participate in public life. Rawabit’s mission is to rebuild that connection — providing tools, education, and advocacy for digital rights so that Afghans can speak, learn, and organize freely. According to their website, they are “the only non-profit organization dedicated to protecting digital rights” in Afghanistan. Rawabit Foundation

Beyond just defending rights online, Rawabit Foundation is deeply invested in empowerment. It works particularly with Afghan women, offering safe digital education, mentorship, and leadership training. Rawabit Foundation In a context where many are excluded — whether in their homeland or in the diaspora — Rawabit helps create opportunities for learning and civic participation that would otherwise be silenced.

The Foundation does not stop at digital literacy. It also takes on some of the most urgent risks facing Afghans today: refugees, cyber exploitation, and trafficking. Their Safe Arrival program is a key example — designed to shield refugees from online manipulation, fraud, and abuse by equipping them with cybersecurity knowledge and support. Rawabit Foundation In doing so, Rawabit is not only advocating for rights but taking practical steps to safeguard lives.

We need Rawabit Foundation precisely because the challenges Afghans face are both technologically rooted and deeply human. Supporting civic dialogue and digital access in fragile contexts is not just about policy — it is about dignity, safety, and the possibility of a better future. If you believe in the power of connection, civil society, and digital freedom, please consider helping us make a difference. Visit rawabitfoundation.org to support us — your contribution will help sustain programs that educate, protect, and empower Afghans inside the country and around the world.