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We promote education and literacy, especially for women and girls, in remote regions of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Tajikistan. Explore Central Asia Institiute: linktr.ee/centralasiainstitute

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Nowruz marks a new day.
Join our webinar with Dr. Karim-Aly Kassam, International Professor of Environmental and Indigenous Studies at Cornell University, as he explores the cultural and ecological roots of Nowruz. Register to receive our Nowruz Cookbook! Click the link or in our bio: bit.ly/4aUjKj7

24.02.2026 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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From Central Asia Institute, we wish all that celebrate, a blessed Ramadan.

โœจ๐Ÿ•Œโœจ

#Educateagirl #ChangeTheWorld #CentralAsiaInstitute #CAI #Pakistan #CentralAsia #EducationForAll #EmpoweringGirls #GirlPower #Education #Afghanistan #Pakistan #Tajikistan #SheisKey #Ramadan

21.02.2026 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Education transforms communities.

In Pakistan, Sumeera used Early Childhood Care and Education training from CAI and Moawin Foundation to create a joyful classroomโ€”and became Head of Junior Section, mentoring others.

Read her story: centralasiainstitute.org/seeds-of-cha...

#YourImpactInAction

18.02.2026 15:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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From the team and partners of Central Asia Institute, we extend our warmest wishes to all who observe this sacred month. ๐ŸŒ™
โœจ๐Ÿ•Œโœจ

#Ramadan #RamadanMubarak #MonthOfReflection #Community #Hope

17.02.2026 19:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Your donation receipts are on the way!

Your partnership with CAI helped lay the foundation for our transformative work. As we step into the year ahead, please keep an eye on your inbox or mailbox for your 2025 tax receipt from CAI!

#EducateAGirl #Afghanistan #Pakistan #Tajiksitan

12.02.2026 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Tax letters are en route!

A new year brings new possibilitiesโ€”and a moment to reflect on what weโ€™ve accomplished together.

As we continue this work together, please keep an eye on your inbox or mailbox for your 2025 tax receipt from CAI!

#EducateAGirl #Afghanistan #Pakistan #Tajiksitan

07.02.2026 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Thank you to everyone who participated in honoring women authors with us this month! Your engagement made this campaign a true celebration of powerful voices and an act of resilienceโ€”proof that womenโ€™s voices cannot be erased. Your support doesnโ€™t have to end this month!

#HerWordsHeard

30.01.2026 18:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ“š Letโ€™s keep the celebration going!

๐Ÿ“ฃ Weโ€™ve shared who inspires us, but we want to know who moves you. Your participation shows solidarity with women whose voices are under attack.

โฌ‡ #HerWordsHeard โฌ‡

22.01.2026 18:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ“š Help us celebrate women authors this month! Your participation shows solidarity with women whose voices are under attack.

โฌ‡ Drop a woman author you'll always say yes to! โฌ‡

#HerWordsHeard #SupportWomen #WeStandWithWomen #EducateAGirl #ChangeTheWorld

20.01.2026 21:49 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Education is the ultimate catalyst for change.

In Afghanistan, geographical and social barriers often prevent children from gaining an education. Mida's story is a testament to how CBE programs can bridge that gap while empowering women professionals.

Read Midaโ€™s full story & go to our website!

15.01.2026 16:33 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We stand with women everywhere. Afghanistan is banning books written by women while new restrictions grow. This month CAI celebrates Afghan women authors. Share a woman writer you love or why she inspires youโ€”your support keeps womenโ€™s words alive. Participation is resistance. #HerWordsHeard

14.01.2026 22:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Join #HerWordsHeard with CAI. We honor Afghan women authors + giving away 3 signed books of Above Us the Milky Way by Fowzia Karimi.

Which woman author inspires you?
Share a name or line in comments or tag usโ€”your engagement shows voices canโ€™t be erased.

12.01.2026 22:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Books by women are being erased in Afghanistan, even university subjects about women are targeted. But their voices remain. This month CAI celebrates Afghan authorsโ€”today Fowzia Karimi & Above Us the Milky Way.

Which woman author inspires you?
Share a name/quote + #HerWordsHeard.

08.01.2026 22:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Her Voice Will Be Heard.

As womenโ€™s books are banned and voices silenced in #Afghanistan, weโ€™re celebrating Afghan women authors who inspire hope. โญ Today: Sahar Muradiโ€”poet, educator, and author of OCTOBERS, tracing loss, love, and healing.

๐Ÿ“šShare a woman author โ€ข ๐Ÿ’ฌWhy her words matter โ€ข ๐Ÿท๏ธTag Us!

06.01.2026 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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As 2025 comes to a close, we are deeply grateful for your unwavering support. โœจ Together, weโ€™ve helped thousands of #children attend #school and supported hundreds of women across Afghanistan, Pakistan and Tajikistan to launch their own businesses. We couldnโ€™t do this without you.

Happy New Year!

01.01.2026 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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This season, weโ€™re reflecting on the extraordinary #kindness that makes our work possible.

As you gather with loved ones, your #generosity is reaching far beyond your homeโ€”supporting #teachers, empowering #students, and shaping brighter futures. Thank you for believing in the power of #education.

25.12.2025 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โฐ Itโ€™s not too late to grab your 2026 CAI Calendar!

Start the new year surrounded by stunning images from #Afghanistan, #Pakistan, and #Tajikistanโ€”reminders of the resilience and hope your support makes possible.

๐Ÿ“ฒ Get yours now at the link in our bio!

12.12.2025 15:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Shayema is the hero of her classroom. You're the hero behind the scenes. Meet Shayema, a teacher from Afghanistan becoming the foundation of her community. In 2025, your collective contributions helped uplift entire communities.

Support teachers like Shayema:
โžกhttps://bit.ly/4rNerZc

09.12.2025 17:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Thanks to nearly 124 donors, weโ€™re just $21,000 away from our Giving Tuesday goal to support teachers in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Laila, a teacher from Kunar, Afghanistan is one of them.

๐ŸŒŸDonate: centralasiainstitute.givecloud.co/GT

โžก Lailaโ€™s story:
centralasiainstitute.org/lailas-story...

03.12.2025 18:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Giving Tuesday is a chance for radical generosity. CAI empowers #women and #girls through #educationโ€”and teachers like Fatima. Support CAIโ€™s $100K goal to fund 87 #teachers, with all gifts matched.

To #donate, click the link in our bio!

Fatimaโ€™s story: centralasiainstitute.org/from-student...

02.12.2025 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We're thankful for YOU!

We are #thankful for each one of you for your enduring kindness, support, and belief in our mission. Because of you, we can partner with communities across #Afghanistan, #Pakistan, and #Tajikistan to help #women and #girls access the #education and opportunity they deserve.

27.11.2025 15:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

At CAI, we know that education is one of the most powerful tools for change. It helps shift mindsets, challenge inequality, and open doors to safer, more equitable lives.

#NoExcuse #UNiteToEndViolenceAgainstWomen

25.11.2025 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸŽ Looking for the perfect holiday gift that gives back? Our 2026 CAI Calendar is here!

With gorgeous photos from Afghanistan, Pakistan and Tajikistan, youโ€™ll be immersed in the landscape and culture of these remote, mountainous regions.

Grab your calendar now!
๐Ÿ“ฒGo to the link in our bio to order!

22.11.2025 16:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Calling Classroom Champions!

Giving Tuesday, the Global Day of Philanthropy, is coming soon after Black Friday and Cyber Monday. It's a day to set aside consumerism with radical generosity. For CAI, Giving Tuesday (Dec 2nd) is Teacher Tuesday.

๐Ÿ’šDonate early:
centralasiainstitute.givecloud.co/GT

21.11.2025 22:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Meet Sabzbahor, a 33-year-old baker from Tajikistan who turned her love of cakes into a thriving business. Through CAIโ€™s Womenโ€™s Entrepreneurship Program, she gained key skills and equipment to grow her shop and create custom designs.

๐Ÿ“–Read her story on our website today!
bit.ly/4iagbYj

20.11.2025 17:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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See our newly renovated washrooms in Tajikistan! Weโ€™re strengthening local sanitation systems by:

๐Ÿ’งBuilding & improving #washrooms to protect #health and #dignity of #girls
๐Ÿ’งUpgrading facilities in schools & communities
๐Ÿ’ง Ensuring #toilets are built to withstand climate pressures and daily demand

19.11.2025 22:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸšฝWeโ€™ll always need the #toilet.

At CAI, we understand the importance of having access to a secure and sanitary washroom. Thatโ€™s why weโ€™re strengthening local sanitation systems in Pakistan and Tajikistan. World Toilet Day is more than awareness; itโ€™s a reminder of how simple solutions change lives.

19.11.2025 22:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Behind every new skill learned is a #woman rewriting her story.

See how CAIโ€™s programs in #Afghanistan, #Pakistan & #Tajikistan empower #women to create #opportunity for all. Register for our webinar today to learn more!

๐Ÿ”— bit.ly/3LezmUe

#WomenRising #EducationForChange #JourneyOfHope

19.11.2025 19:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ“Š When women earn, they reinvest up to 90% into families & communities.

Learn how CAIโ€™s programs in Afghanistan, Pakistan & Tajikistan spark change in Journey of Hope.

๐Ÿ”— bit.ly/3LezmUe

#EconomicEmpowerment #EducationMatters #JourneyOfHope

Source: Global Citizen

17.11.2025 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Itโ€™s here! ๐ŸŽ‰ CAIโ€™s 25โ€“26' Journey of Hope magazine celebrates the strength and resilience of #women and #girls in Central #Asia, who are transforming their futures through #education.

๐ŸŒŠWhen one woman or girl is educated, the ripples transform her #family and her #community.

๐Ÿ“–Link in our bio!

15.11.2025 15:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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