Community Health Outreach Program (CHOP)
Background on Afghanistan
Afghanistan is a country facing complex humanitarian challenges due to decades of conflict, economic instability, and limited infrastructure. Over 90% of the population lives below the poverty line, and millions lack access to basic services including healthcare, education, and clean water. The health system is underfunded and heavily reliant on humanitarian aid, with rural areas particularly underserved. CHOP is a collaborative initiative aimed at improving access to essential healthcare services in Afghanistan’s underserved communities. With fragile health infrastructure and widespread poverty, CHOP provides life-saving interventions and builds long-term resilience.
Priority Health Needs
- Over 50% of Afghans lack access to basic healthcare.
- Maternal mortality rate: 638 deaths per 100,000 live births.
- Child mortality rate: 60 deaths per 1,000 live births.
- Only 17% of rural women receive skilled birth attendance.
- High prevalence of preventable diseases like diarrhea, respiratory infections, and malnutrition.
Challenges
- Insecurity and limited mobility in rural areas.
- Underfunded health systems and reliance on humanitarian aid.
- Cultural barriers to healthcare access, especially for women.
- Climate-related health risks and poor sanitation.
BRD’s Response Strategy and Key Interventions
Health Education Campaigns
– Reached 8,200+ individuals with hygiene, nutrition, and disease prevention training.
– 60% of participants reported improved hygiene practices.
– 25% decrease in waterborne illnesses in communities reached.
Training Community Health Workers
– Improved early detection of illnesses and increased trust in health services.
– 70% of trained workers continue to serve their communities actively.
Social Behavioural Change
– Conducted community engagement sessions to promote positive health behaviors.
– Addressed cultural norms and misconceptions through tailored messaging.
– 65% of participants reported adopting healthier practices after interventions.
Mental Health Support
– Provided community-based counseling and psychosocial support in high-stress regions.
– Trained local facilitators to deliver mental health awareness and first-line support.
– Reached over 4,000 individuals with mental health services.
– 70% of beneficiaries reported reduced stress and improved emotional well-being.
Partnerships with Local Health Authorities
– Integrated CHOP services with Ministry of Public Health strategies.
– Supported data collection and reporting for national health planning.
– Facilitated joint training programs for local health staff.
Impact
-Contributed to reduction in child mortality in CHOP-supported districts.
– Maternal health service usage increased
– Community trust in health services improved.
– Sustainable health systems built through local capacity and partnerships.
We Are Counting On Your Support
Join Us in Building Healthier Communities Across Afghanistan
Every day, thousands of Afghans face life-threatening health challenges without access to basic care. Through the Community Health Outreach Program (CHOP), BRD Afghanistan is delivering hope—one clinic, one training, one life at a time.
But we cannot do it alone.
🔹 Support our mission to expand mobile health services to the most remote regions.
🔹 Partner with us to empower local health workers and promote lasting behavioral change.
🔹 Invest in mental health and community resilience where it’s needed most.
Your contribution—whether through funding, collaboration, or advocacy—can help save lives and transform futures.
👉 Act now. Be part of the change. Help us build a healthier, stronger Afghanistan.