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A Reflection on Afghanistan: One Year Later
On April 14, 2021, US President Joe Biden announced that after a 20-year war in Afghanistan, the US would begin to remove troops from May...
Aug 15, 20227 min read
Ascend: August 2022 Newsletter
CLICK HERE to catch up on Ascend news including new country location, resettlement efforts, and upcoming events to support Ascend!
Aug 3, 20221 min read
I Was Forced to Leave My Country
by Sara Nazari In August 2021 Ascend and our generous supporters worked tirelessly to evacuate from Afghanistan as many Ascend staff and...
Jul 11, 20224 min read
Ascend's Newest Country Location - Video chat with us to hear the details.
Despite being forced to take a pause in Afghanistan, our commitment to empowering girls through sports is unwavering. For the past...
Jun 29, 20221 min read
Say Goodbye, Start Again
Leaving Afghanistan and starting a new life in the United States by Haniya Tavasoli On August 31, 2021, the Taliban took control of...
Feb 21, 20222 min read
Climbing Program Helps Afghan Women Adjust To New Life
Reporter Meg Hilling reconnected with three of Ascend's young women that have reconnected in North Carolina, USA. Read and watch the...
Jan 29, 20221 min read
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