Evidence rooted in the realities Afghans live every day

Field-grounded. Methodologically rigorous. Built for policy impact.

Mundigak’s research begins where most analysis ends: with the people directly affected. Our researchers combine rigorous methodology with deep field access — drawing on networks of Afghan researchers, civil society actors, and diaspora communities to produce analysis that is both academically sound and grounded in lived experience.

Every research output undergoes structured review for methodological integrity, ensuring findings are credible to policymakers, donors, and the communities they concern.

Four lenses on Afghanistan’s future

Four interconnected research areas shaping Afghanistan’s governance, society, economy, environment and access to opportunity.

Governance and society

Governance & Society

Examining institutions, civic participation, and the social structures that shape accountability and trust.
Economy and livelihoods

Economy & Livelihoods

Analysing economic conditions, employment, and the systems that determine household and community resilience.
Climate and environment

Climate & Environment

Researching environmental change, resource pressures, and their impact on Afghan communities.
Human rights and inclusion

Human Rights & Inclusion

Investigating the experiences of women, minorities, and marginalised groups across Afghan society.

Our first publications are in development

Research outputs will be published here as they become available, organised by theme and searchable by topic.

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