Established in 1992, the mission of DHSA is to redefine development in Afghanistan by promoting a dynamic and capable civil society as a means to fostering local ownership for development, dignity and a peaceful & sustainable future for all Afghans.  

DHSA is home to some of Afghanistan’s most innovative & diverse development projects such as the TKG public media & communication initiative, the first Kabul International Music Festival, Kabul Rock Radio, an accelerated learning & teacher training project, a “Call for Transitional Justice,” rehabilitation of historic sites such as the 19th century pavilion at Bagh e Babur Gardens in Kabul, a “media is development conference” and various public communication campaigns to protect the environment, the most recent of which has lead to an end to the illegal drudging of Kabul River.