Key Focus Areas
Influencing climate and environmental policy for sustainable progress.
Equipping youth, communities, and women with environmental knowledge and practical skills.
Promoting active local participation in climate action.
Partnering across sectors for stronger collective impact.
Our Commitment to the SDGs
At Blue Water Association, we are dedicated to align our mission and programs with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Our work directly contributing to several global goals that guid our our actions and partnerships.
Learn More About The UN SDGs →
Promoting sustainable water management, conservation, and equitable access to clean water for all.
Empowering youth and communities to take proactive steps in climate adaptation, mitigation, and resilience building.
Supporting biodiversity conservation and sustainable use of natural ecosystems.
Providing environmental education, training, and capacity-building opportunities for youth and community leaders.
Ensuring women and girls are equally represented and empowered in all our environmental and leadership initiatives.
Fostering collaboration between youth networks, government bodies, NGOs, and international organizations for greater impact.
Our projects, policies, and advocacy efforts are designed to advance these global goals, ensuring that Afghanistan's youth are at the forefront of sustainable development and climate action.
Projects and Events
Our initiatives aim to promote climate education, youth leadership, and community engagement through high capacity building workshops, and advocacy campaigns.
Virtual capacity-building workshop with 40+ participants focused on Afghanistan's water management challenges. This session provided critical insights into sustainable practices for future water security.
Provided youth with insights into global climate frameworks and international engagement opportunities, empowering the next generation of Afghan climate advocates.
BWA was one of the organizers for the RCOY CA and Afghanistan endorsed by YOUNGO, bringing together 200+ young leaders across Central Asia and Afghanistan in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
In September 2024, BWA served as one of the organizing team members for the ALCOY 2024. This event gathered virtually 150 Afghan youth from 28 provinces under the theme "Flash Flood Preparedness."
In August 2025, in collaboration with Gawharshad University, a capacity-building seminar on environmental protection was conducted in Kabul. The seminar brought together 50 participants, including students, youth, activists, and university staff, to increase their awareness about climate change, its impacts, and potential solutions in Afghanistan.
In September 2025, BWA served as one of the organizing team members for ALCOY 2025, engaging over 615 Afghan youth and children in climate dialogue and education. As a result, we created the Afghan National Youth Statement on Climate Change — a unified youth declaration for a greener future.
Stories
Explore stories, insights, and reflections from our members and partners. Our blog features youth voices, event recaps, and inspiring environmental stories from across Afghanistan and beyond.
Read Our Latest Posts →The Blue Water Association conducts and supports research on climate resilience, water management, and environmental policy. We collaborate with academics and organizations to develop practical solutions for Afghanistan's environmental challenges.
View Our Research & Publications →Tune in to conversations that amplify youth perspectives, expert insights, and community voices driving environmental action. Our podcast series explores climate challenges, local innovations, and stories of hope from changemakers across Afghanistan and beyond.
Listen to Episodes →