Aseel's Response to the Mass Deportation of Afghan Refugees from Pakistan

At a time when Afghanistan should be welcoming the renewal of spring, millions of its people are returning not by choice, but by force. Over 3 million Afghan refugees are being deported from Pakistan—abruptly, and in most cases, without the chance to take anything with them. No clothes, no savings, no shelter. Only memories of a life they were forced to leave behind.

The story of Afghan refugees in Pakistan isn’t new. Since the Soviet invasion in 1979, waves of Afghan families have crossed into Pakistan, seeking safety. Over the decades, millions stayed, raising children, working jobs, and building lives. All while living in limbo.

International donors funneled billions of dollars into Pakistan to help support these refugees—funds intended to cover housing, education, and health. But the reality on the ground never matched the rhetoric. Many refugees lived in poverty, undocumented, and underserved, with basic rights often denied.

Despite these challenges, Afghan refugees managed to persevere. Their lives were built on resilience, not on handouts.

Today, decades of perseverance are being dismantled overnight. Families are being pushed across the border without warning. Their possessions were left behind. Their homes were confiscated. They arrive in a country still reeling from economic collapse, natural disasters, and limited infrastructure.

Spring in Afghanistan usually signals the return of color and growth. But for many of these returnees, it means exposure to new risks—malnutrition, poor sanitation, and a lack of medical care, especially for children and women. The journey home has not brought peace. It has exposed them to deeper uncertainty.

As a tech company born in Afghanistan, Aseel is uniquely positioned to respond fast and effectively. We’ve mobilized our emergency response team to key border crossings like Torkham and Spin Boldak, where we’re identifying and registering families through our OMID ID system.

From there, we are:

• Distributing Welcome Kits with food, hygiene items, and basic essentials tailored to each family’s needs.
• Deploying emergency shelter and tent services to ensure that families—especially women and children—have safe and dignified places to sleep.
• Launching mobile food booths to address malnutrition risks among children and vulnerable populations.
• Providing psychological support kits for children, which include toys, drawing books, storybooks, and notebooks to ease trauma and support emotional resilience.
• Establishing Safe Stations for women whose male family members have been imprisoned or separated during deportation. These safe spaces offer protection, access to essential resources, and a sense of community during crisis.
• Reactivating our Grand Challenge campaign to mobilize global donors and local networks in unison.

We’re also documenting stories from the ground, ensuring that this humanitarian crisis receives the visibility it deserves.

This isn’t just Aseel’s responsibility—it’s a moment for global solidarity.

We’re asking organizations of all sizes—nonprofits, schools, diaspora networks, youth movements—to join us. Through our AidOS platform, you can launch targeted aid campaigns for:

• Malnutrition prevention
• Women’s health support
• Emergency food and shelter relief
• Psychological support for children
• Protection and dignity resources for vulnerable women

To help organizations get started, we’ve set up our Campaign Plus team to offer support with storytelling, data, visuals, and campaign strategy. Just let us know what you need.

If you're an organization that wants to help but you're not sure how—reach out. Our system is built to be easy, impactful, and fast.

---

Or Visit: www.aseelapp.com

---

Join the Community of Change Makers: Important Links

• Support Afghan Returnees from Pakistan: People have lost everything in an instant when they were deported forcefully
• Help Children Affected by Conflict: Provide hope and support to childrenwho’ve lost their parents due to ongoing conflicts.
• Be Part of Our 2025 Mission: Help us reach 1 million people in need and make a lasting impact.
• Create a Fundraising Campaign with Aseel: Start your campaign to raise funds for meaningful causes.
• Donate with Confidence: Make a donation and receive proof of delivery, knowing your contribution is making a difference.

Follow us on Social Media

Instagram | Facebook | X | Youtube | Linkedin

Visit aseelapp.com