Projects for 2007 - 2008

A. Research Programs:

1. Potential exports of commodities from rural areas of Afghanistan
2. Poverty incidents in Chardhi District, Kabul
3. Political Parties in Afghanistan: The formation, objectives and activities
4. How do Afghans perceive the impact of foreign aid
5. Myths and realities of alternative livelihood – A Case Study of Balkh, Nangarhar and Herat Provinces
6. Formation of Development Councils (CDCs) under the National Solidarity Program

B. Conferences/ Study Tours and Summits etc.:

1. International Conference “Assessment of past five years: Achievements and Failures”
2. Roundtable with Afghan professionals “Where will Afghanistan stand in 15 to 20 years”
3. Afghan young professionals summit “The Role of Afghan youth”
4. “Exploring institutional affiliation and exchange of ideas on research themes and research methodologies” Short study tour to Research Institute/Center Japan and Germany

C. Short Training Workshops

1. Consultative Workshop on the Foreign Policy Process in Afghanistan
2. Consultative Workshop on National Budget Formulation (2008) for Civil Society, Media and Professionals
3. Training Workshop on Arts and Science of Political Lobbying for Political Party Members and Activists
4. Training Workshop on Conflict Management and Negotiation Styles in a Parliamentary System for Women Parliamentarians