Nutrition & Education International NEI

Nutrition & Education International NEI “Little Seed. In 2012, NEI worked with over 7,000 farmers and harvested approximately 1,600 metric tons of soybeans.

Big Hope.”

NEI is an international nonprofit organization working to eradicate malnutrition in Afghanistan through the development of a self-sustainable soybean industry. The harvest will be consumed directly by farmers’ families, stored for the upcoming planting season, or processed and distributed through our Supplementary Soy Feeding Program during the winter months when people are the most vu

lnerable to malnutrition-based illnesses. NEI estimates that if 300,000 tons of soybeans can be produced and consumed in Afghanistan, it will supply enough protein to potentially eradicate protein-based malnutrition in Afghanistan.

08/13/2026

Despite ongoing regional conflicts, we and our local partners have identified 1,400 new soy farmers across 22 conflict-affected districts in 7 provinces in 2026 — bringing high-protein food sources to families at risk for protein-energy malnutrition.

07/13/2026

A backyard poultry farm provides an Afghan family with income and an accessible source of high-quality protein.

07/02/2026

David, from the home office, meets some of NEI's newest soy farmers, who continue to work toward our ultimate goal of producing 300,000 metric tons of soybeans for domestic consumption.

06/19/2026

Saturday, June 20, is World Refugee Day. We honor the courage and resilience of men, women, and children forced to flee their homes due to conflict, violence, and persecution.

06/10/2026

NEI staff visit Aschiana Elementary School during the first week that soy palaw (rice) is served on the school's lunch menu

05/22/2026

On April 27, 2026, representatives from the Ministry of Agriculture, the Ministry of Economy, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Agricultural and Livestock Production Chamber attended NEI's 23rd Anniversary Celebration of Achievement.

Dr. Steven Kwon, NEI Founder and President, delivered opening remarks. The Honorable Mr. Alokozai, Chairman of the Soybean Associations of Afghanistan (SAA), presented a certificate to the Deputy Minister of Agriculture on behalf of NEI.

The NEI staff in attendance were recognized for their dedication and commitment to the Afghan people.

05/12/2026

On Tuesday, UNICEF stated that restrictions on girls' education and women's employment in Afghanistan could lead to a loss of over 25,000 female teachers and health workers by 2030.

For 23 years, we have remained committed to empowering women and girls through skill development and entrepreneurship.

04/27/2026

This winter, thanks to your generosity, 300 displaced and vulnerable families received firewood and high-protein, soy-based food aid.

04/13/2026

As we continue to call for the de-escalation of conflicts affecting 21 countries globally, we are deeply grateful to our staff, who remain hopeful for a future filled with opportunity—free from conflict, displacement, hunger, and erasure.

04/01/2026

NEI, in partnership with the Agricultural Institute of Afghanistan (ARIA) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock (MAIL), has had seven new soybean varieties officially approved for national distribution.

Advancements in soybean seed science play a pivotal role in ensuring the long-term success and sustainability of Afghanistan’s soy value chain, which includes seed production and innovation, soybean cultivation, soy processing, and market development.

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