BRD Activities At EU Level
BRD EU Engagement
Overview of BRD’s Work at the EU Level
The Bureau for Rights-Based Development (BRD) is a key actor in mobilizing Afghan diaspora communities across Europe—particularly in Sweden—to contribute to peacebuilding, humanitarian aid, and development cooperation in Afghanistan. BRD’s work at the EU level is grounded in rights-based principles and aims to amplify the voices of Afghan communities in exile.
Key Focus Areas:
Diaspora Engagement & Networking
BRD supports the formation and strengthening of Afghan diaspora networks, such as the Network of Afghan Diasporas in Sweden, to enhance collaboration, advocacy, and coordinated development efforts. These networks serve as platforms for collective action and policy influence.
EU-Level Consultations & Partnerships
BRD actively participates in EU-funded platforms such as the EU Global Diaspora Facility (EUDiF), contributing to consultations that shape diaspora engagement policies and practices across Europe. These engagements help identify opportunities, challenges, and capacity needs of diaspora organizations.
Policy Advocacy & Peacebuilding
Through its involvement in the Afghan Mechanism for Inclusive Peace (AMIP), BRD ensures that diaspora voices are represented in peace processes. It advocates for inclusive dialogue and the protection of Afghan migrants’ rights in host countries, emphasizing the diaspora’s role in shaping sustainable peace.
Advocacy on the EU Response to the Afghanistan Crisis
BRD, in collaboration with other diaspora-led organizations, advocates for a transparent, accountable, and inclusive humanitarian response to the crisis in Afghanistan. Key advocacy messages include:
- Increasing humanitarian aid in line with growing needs, with strong accountability to affected populations
- Linking emergency aid with long-term development to reduce dependency
- Ensuring independent monitoring and minimizing interference from de facto authorities
- Recognizing the value of local and diaspora organizations in aid delivery
- Preserving humanitarian access, especially for services targeting women and girls
Capacity Building
BRD provides training and technical support to diaspora organizations to enhance their capabilities in:
- Advocacy and lobbying
- Organizational development
- Project design and proposal writing
- Communication and partnership building
Join BRD in Shaping a Better Future for Afghanistan
The Bureau for Rights-Based Development (BRD) is calling on Afghan diaspora organizations, civil society actors, policymakers, and international partners across Europe to unite in support of sustainable peace, inclusive development, and humanitarian action for Afghanistan
Why Your Voice Matters
Afghan diaspora communities hold unique insights, expertise, and networks that are essential for shaping effective policies and delivering impactful aid. Your engagement can help ensure that the voices of Afghans in exile are heard and that humanitarian and development efforts are inclusive, transparent, and accountable
Take Action Today
- Connect with the Network of Afghan Diasporas in Sweden and across Europe
- Collaborate on development projects and humanitarian initiatives
- Advocate for inclusive peace processes and the rights of Afghan migrants and refugees
- Engage with EU consultations and policy platforms to influence decision-making
- Support BRD’s campaigns for transparent and accountable humanitarian aid delivery
Together, We Can Make a Difference
Whether you're an individual, an organization, or a policymaker, your participation strengthens our collective impact. Join BRD in building a future where Afghan voices shape the path to peace and progress.
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