Ipso's Cultural Containers

A challenge in one area of your life can affect other aspects. Worrying about these can drain a lot of your energy and make you too tired to deal effectively with other problems such as… Overcoming family challenges

Hashar is a part of the culture of the communities in the eastern zone, especially in Nangarhar province of Afghanistan, which has created an atmosphere of brotherhood among the people in the social life, it… Transmitting Culture from one Generation to the Next

The lives of people living in remote areas of Afghanistan, especially young men and women, begin with a series of family, economic and social problems. Arif Iftikhari, a 25-year old educator who grew up in… Struggle for a Better Life

People in two districts of Bamyan (Waras and Yakawlang) have decided to end the exorbitant costs of weddings and dowries. As a result of many meetings and a communal decision, the practice will be abolished… Turning a Problem into a Public Discourse

Mohammad Arif Jafari, a 25-year-old disabled man, is a native of Bamyan province in Afghanistan who moved to Herat with his family when he was young. Jafari went illegally to Iran to earn money to… Community Responsibilities in Empowering People with Disabilities

Offering assistance and aid in times of grief and hardship is an integral part of Afghan culture. These assistances often come in both spiritual forms such as condolement and giving solace, and material forms such… Young People Take the Initiative; Can Youth Be Trusted?

The concept of honour is very important in Afghan culture because it defines the reputation of an individual and therefore the respect that is given to this person and to his or her family.  The… The Importance of Honour in Afghan Society

Fatema and Zahra, 19, are identical twins from Mazar-e-Sharif—the largest city in northern Afghanistan. Mazar-e-Sharif is one of the most diverse city in Afghanistan with many people from different ethnic groups and tribal backgrounds living… Social Interaction Between Genders; Developing a Healthy Relationship

Through history, the city of Herat has been a place of interaction of cultures and customs, as well as the pursuit of ideas This has enabled people from the region and beyond to foster lasting… Engaging youngsters from displaced communities