Construction of the Great Orphanage Complex, a major humanitarian project being carried out by the Orphans Foundation (Yetimler Vakfı) in Afghanistan, is continuing as the country’s prolonged economic and humanitarian difficulties continue to place vulnerable children at greater risk.

The project aims to provide hundreds of orphaned children with a safe and supportive environment where they can access housing, education, healthcare, sports activities and vocational training. Rather than serving solely as a shelter, the complex is being designed as a comprehensive living and education center focused on the children’s long-term development and future.

The project is currently in its second phase, during which a residence for teachers and a health clinic are being constructed.

Work is reportedly progressing according to the planned schedule, with the second phase expected to be completed within approximately three months. The health clinic will provide children with easier access to basic medical services, while the teachers’ residence is intended to support the continuity of education within the complex.

The facilities are considered an important part of the project’s broader objective of creating a stable environment in which children can both live and study.

Further stages of the project will expand the complex and provide additional facilities for the children.

The third phase is planned to include new dormitories and sports facilities. The additional accommodation will allow more orphaned children to benefit from the project, while the sports facilities will provide opportunities for physical activity, recreation and social interaction.

The fourth and final phase will focus on vocational education. Workshops are planned to be established where children will be able to acquire practical skills and receive training that can help them become more self-reliant and better prepared for their future.

The Great Orphanage Complex is intended to address the needs of orphaned children in a comprehensive manner. Once completed, the facility is expected to enable children to live in a secure environment while receiving regular education and healthcare and taking part in social, cultural and sporting activities.

The project also places particular emphasis on preparing children for adulthood. Through vocational training and practical skills development, the initiative aims to give them greater opportunities to build independent and productive lives.

Afghanistan has experienced years of economic hardship and humanitarian difficulties, with poverty continuing to affect access to essential services. Children who have lost parental care are among the most vulnerable groups, often facing serious challenges in obtaining adequate shelter, education, healthcare and other basic necessities.

In this context, the Orphans Foundation’s project seeks to provide more than short-term assistance. By bringing accommodation, education, healthcare, recreation and vocational training together under one roof, the complex is intended to offer children a stable environment in which they can grow and develop.

As construction progresses, the Great Orphanage Complex is taking shape as a long-term humanitarian investment in Afghanistan’s orphaned children. Upon completion of all four phases, the project is expected to provide hundreds of children with not only a safe place to live, but also the education, skills and support they need to face the future with greater confidence. (ILKHA)