AOAAS is an academic civil-society platform dedicated to academic freedom, the right to education, human rights and democracy with a focus on Afghanistan.
Join Us About UsAOAAS is an academic civil-society association composed of full and honorary members working to defend academic values and human rights.
To promote and defend academic freedom, the right to education and human rights through research, education and academic solidarity with special focus on Afghanistan.
A world where universities and higher education systems are independent, safe and open to all, and where knowledge serves justice, democracy and human dignity.
Our Focus
Defending the right to research, teach and express freely without censorship or political pressure.
Ensuring equal access to higher education and supporting at-risk students and scholars.
Integrating human-rights principles into academic work and supporting victims of rights violations.
Strengthening democratic institutions through civic education, dialogue and academic engagement.
We offer two membership types. Please review the conditions and complete the registration form.
Full members have voting rights, pay membership dues, participate in assemblies and enjoy full access to resources and events. Suitable for active academics with a background from Afghanistan.
Honorary membership is conferred on individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the association goals. No voting rights and membership dues but special recognition and access.
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