An independent research institution that conducts and facilitates quality, action-oriented research and analysis to inform policy, improve practice and increase the impact of humanitarian and development programmes in Afghanistan. It was established by the assistance community working in Afghanistan, works closely with the government and has a management board with representation from donors, UN agencies and NGOs.
The organisation focuses on research in the following areas:
- Education
- Gender
- Governance
- Health
- Livelihoods and vulnerability
- Natural resource management
- Political economy and markets
The website of the organisation includes detailed information about AREU, its goals and objectives, its focus of research, and contact information. The website also contains a large collection of publications, papers, and reports, some of which are available for download.