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Efforts of Ghor's Religious Scholars to Eradicate the Poliovirus
November 25, 2024 Field Stories

Efforts of Ghor's Religious Scholars to Eradicate the Poliovirus

Ghor, Afghanistan – In a small mosque on the outskirts of Ferozkoh, the capital of Ghor province, Mullah Hamidullah Mohammadi, the imam of the mosque,...

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The Efforts of Two Young Men to Prevent Polio in Shahjoy
November 24, 2024 Field Stories

The Efforts of Two Young Men to Prevent Polio in Shahjoy

Zabul, Afghanistan – Nisar Ahmad and Hikmatullah, residents of Shahjoy District in Zabul Province, are two young polio vaccination campaign volunteers...

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The Fight Against Polio: The Efforts of Volunteers to Protect Children
November 24, 2024 Field Stories

The Fight Against Polio: The Efforts of Volunteers to Protect Children

Helmand, Afghanistan – In the Grishk district of Helmand province, Abdul Karim’s efforts to protect children from polio serve as an inspiring example...

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Mohammad Ibrahim: A Living Portrait of Polio's Tragedy
November 23, 2024 Field Stories

Mohammad Ibrahim: A Living Portrait of Polio's Tragedy

Helmand, Afghanistan – Disability and poverty are two immense challenges that can render a person utterly helpless, pushing them onto a harsh and unfo...

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An Affliction That Could Have Been Prevented: Sardar Mohammad's Heartbreaking Life Story
November 22, 2024 Field Stories

An Affliction That Could Have Been Prevented: Sardar Mohammad's Heartbreaking Life Story

Kandahar, Afghanistan – Sardar Mohammad, a 38-year-old resident of Arghandab district in Kandahar, recounts the painful story of his childhood when he...

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Abdullah: A Pioneer in the Fight for Children’s Health in Arghandab
November 21, 2024 Field Stories

Abdullah: A Pioneer in the Fight for Children’s Health in Arghandab

Kandahar, Afghanistan – Nestled amidst the lush greenery of Kandahar, Arghandab symbolizes nature’s beauty and the love of its people. In this picture...

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A Living Example of Polio's Irreversible Effects: Fakhruddin's Story
November 20, 2024 Field Stories

A Living Example of Polio's Irreversible Effects: Fakhruddin's Story

Helmand, Afghanistan – Amid the daily hustle and bustle of the market in Helmand's Grishk district, a scene catches the attention of passersby. Seated...

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The Efforts of a Dedicated Volunteer to Prevent Polio
November 19, 2024 Field Stories

The Efforts of a Dedicated Volunteer to Prevent Polio

Khost, Afghanistan – Zahidullah, a 22-year-old resident of the Topchi area in Khost's provincial capital, is a committed advocate for protecting the c...

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The Power of Vaccines: Efforts to Build a Safe Future for Children
November 18, 2024 Field Stories

The Power of Vaccines: Efforts to Build a Safe Future for Children

Ghazni, Afghanistan – Abdul Basit, a 28-year-old resident of Qarabagh district in Ghazni province, lives in the Ghaib Qalandar area of the provincial...

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Khyal Mohammad Mashkoor: Safeguarding the Future of Children in His Community
November 17, 2024 Field Stories

Khyal Mohammad Mashkoor: Safeguarding the Future of Children in His Community

Paktia, Afghanistan – Khyal Mohammad Mashkoor, a 33-year-old resident of Dawlatzai village in the provincial capital of Paktia, is a dedicated volunte...

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Cold Winds, Warm Efforts: The Struggle to Safeguard the Future of Nomadic Children
November 16, 2024 Field Stories

Cold Winds, Warm Efforts: The Struggle to Safeguard the Future of Nomadic Children

Ghazni, Afghanistan – The cold morning winds breathe new life into the tents of Ghazni’s nomads as gray smoke rises from their fires. Two mobile vacci...

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A Polio Victim, A Basketball Champion: Habibullah’s Inspiring Story
November 15, 2024 Field Stories

A Polio Victim, A Basketball Champion: Habibullah’s Inspiring Story

Khost, Afghanistan – The basketball game was intense, and the spectators watched with joy. Among the players seated in wheelchairs, one athlete made a...

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