WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS FOR AFGHANISTAN: VIEW FROM THE GROUND
A live-streamed panel discussion in which we were joined by photographer Farshad Usyan, and representatives from EMERGENCY to discuss the crisis as it unfurls, and what can be done to support Afghanistan at this time.
It was a fundraiser. All proceeds were donated to EMERGENCY hospitals in Afghanistan to support their work at the critical time.
Now that Afghanistan has fallen to the Taliban, it is unclear what the future will hold. Many of our friends and artisan partners have been unable to get out of the country and are now, like us all, waiting to see how the Taliban will govern. Despite this uncertainty, we are sure of one thing: EMERGENCY hospitals will continue to provide free critical non-partisan care to those in need. They’re currently overwhelmed, especially in the light of the recent bomb blasts at Kabul airport which has seen them receive a massive influx of patients. Your support will go a long way. Beyond a financial contribution, attending the event or purchasing a print is an important mark of solidarity with Afghanistan during these frightening days.
Since the 3rd of August, ISHKAR has been running a print sale featuring photographs from award-winning photographers who have contributed prints from their archive for a time-limited sale. All profits from the print sale are donated to EMERGENCY centres in Afghanistan. So far we have reached an incredible total of £75k but with the increased demand, our goal of £100k is in reach.
All proceeds from this event and the sale of prints was donated to support EMERGENCY’s work in Afghanistan funding specialist training of local nurses and doctors who will go on to treat thousands of patients in need across the country.
Throughout the event, delicious nibbles donated by Ziba Foods Afghanistan were served, and wine donated by Natural Born Wines. In addition, we showcased some of the prints available to order at the event, and exquisite textiles courtesy of Christopher Farr Cloth were on sale with proceeds being donated to EMERGENCY.