This post is part of a series called Miyamoto in Afghanistan
By Dr. Kit Miyamoto
n the aftermath of the devastating 6.0 earthquake that struck Afghanistan in the summer of 2022, the region’s beautiful high mountains have become a site of destruction as over 100,000 people are homeless due to damaged housing. Nestled on the eastern border with Pakistan, this area is in dire need of assistance and support. It’s a beautiful region ranging from 5,000 to 7,000 feet in elevation.
We are conducting a repair assessment for damaged houses in the region, focusing on the 14,000 families affected. International…