Asia and the Near East
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) carries
out foreign assistance programs that support key U.S. foreign
policy interests, including sustained economic and social
progress for all the peoples of the Asia and Near East regions.
October Features
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Asia and the Near East contain over
half the world’s illiterate people and 69 percent
of the world’s illiterate women. Afghanistan and
Pakistan face some of the stiffest challenges. In 2003
alone, USAID committed over $170 million to improve
education in the region. Basic reading, writing and
math skills are a key part of USAID's efforts. [read
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Like kids in the United States, Moroccan
schoolchildren recently went back to school. Many have
a special gift in their backpacks. Thanks to American
Christopher Stanton, 17,000 pencils with a heartfelt
wish for a good year will accompany students back to
schools throughout Morocco. [read
more] |
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This exhibit salutes the strength and
spirit of the women of Afghanistan. Divided into four
sections, it mirrors the roles women play throughout
Afghan society: at home, in school, at work, and in
leadership. "Out of the Shadows" tells the
story of their lives today - out of the shadows - as
they work to build a better life for themselves, their
families, and their country. View the exhibit online.
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