The wars in Afghanistan have resulted in many victims, people in need facing physical, social, economic and psychological problems that involve their families and the whole of Afghan society. During these years of war, Afghanistan has experienced a breakdown of medical and social infrastructures leaving many ill or disabled due to lack of prevention and treatment facilities. The National Disability Survey of Afghanistan estimates that at least 2.7% of the population (approximately 750,000 people) is severely disabled. This number is large and exemplifies a critical need for physical and social rehabilitation programmes throughout Afghanistan. Disability is complex issue in any country as the needs of persons with disability span a wide range of services and opportunities that are often interlinked. In Afghanistan the complexity is increased by the lack of institutional expertise, trained field practitioners, skilled teachers, informed society and physical barriers. The remoteness in some areas and the funding to implement national programmes often prevents people with disabilities from receiving the services they need to survive and integrate into society.
