About Data for Afghanistan
At Data for Afghanistan, our mission is to democratize access to data on Afghanistan. Despite the abundance of data generated on the country, much of it remains inaccessible to the public. Everyone, from students to policymakers, should have the opportunity to learn about Afghanistan without any hassle.
To achieve this, we curate credible data sources and identify the most important topics. Utilizing state-of-the-art data visualization methods, we present data in a user-friendly format. We adhere to open-access principles to ensure that valuable information is available to all.
We invite you to collaborate with us or consider yearly sponsorships to support our mission of making data accessible and expanding our platform with new research and datasets.
Founder's Message
Welcome to Data for Afghanistan! This project has been my long-time wish. Working with data most of my life, I believe in the power of accessible, well-presented data in driving informed decision-making. Through Data for Afghanistan, I aim to bridge the gap between the wealth of information available on Afghanistan and those who seek to learn about Afghanistan. This platform should encourage a deeper exploration of Afghanistan's multifaceted challenges and opportunities. I invite you to explore Data for Afghanistan, engage with its visualizations, and join me in my commitment to foster greater awareness and informed discourse about Afghanistan. I believe in the potential of data to drive positive change and shape a brighter future for Afghanistan.
Team
Ahmad Zia Wahdat, Founder
Ahmad is an economist and data science enthusiast. Previously, he has worked with organizations in the non-profit and academic sectors, including Purdue University, the World Bank, Harvard Business School, MIT Sloan School of Management, German International Cooperation, and CSIS.
Maiwand Nangyal, Director of Research
Maiwand is a DPhil in Economics candidate at the University of Oxford as an ESRC GU DTP Scholar. His research interests revolve around economic history, political economy, applied econometrics and machine learning. He also holds a BSc (Hons) in Economics from the University of Exeter, an MPhil in Economics from the University of Cambridge and an MSc in Economic & Social History from the University of Oxford. Prior to his DPhil, Maiwand was an Economist within the UK Civil Service at the Department for Work & Pensions.
Ahmad Wasim Wardak, Data Scientist
Ahmad Wasim Wardak specializes in data science. He holds a BA in Information Technology. Wasim’s career spans diverse roles, including two years as a Data Analyst and Software Developer at Noon Digital Education, where he played a key role in developing innovative educational technology solutions. He worked with Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance (CHA) as a Data Analyst, delivering impactful insights for humanitarian projects. Most recently, Wasim served as an IT Officer at Marie Stopes International Afghanistan, where he managed complex IT systems and contributed to organizational success. Wasim loves technology and data-driven solutions to address real-world challenges.