The Afghanistan Society
About Us
The Afghanistan Society was set up in 2019 by like-minded British and Afghan individuals with long experience of living and working in the country. We want to demonstrate our pride in its culture and people by providing opportunities to share the wonderful music, craftsmanship, film, and histories – among much else – from ancient times to the present day.
The Afghanistan Society is the formal working name of the Afghan Refugee Information Network (ARIN), a charity registered in England and Wales no 327194.
The Afghanistan Society is a non-political, non-partisan charity which aims to celebrate and enjoy the richness of Afghan life and culture. The Society organises a variety of in-person and online events, from lectures and music to films and food in London and has a lively library of online cultural resources and podcasts.
Mission Statement
The Afghanistan Society is an independent, a-political and nonpartisan group, open to all, which aims to showcase the richness of Afghan life and culture. It aims to raise awareness and promote dialogue by arranging and supporting events in the UK that bring together those with an interest in or experience of ongoing development and cultural matters in the country.
It is coordinated by a voluntary Steering Group who are also the Trustees of the Charity:
Elizabeth Winter
Chair
Mark Bowden
Kudsia Kaker
Marissa Quie
Tim Mansel
Heidi Wagner
Secretary
Shirazuddin Siddiqi
Leslie Knott
Mirwais Wardak
Rasol Yalaqi
Robert Arguile
Treasurer
Joylon Leslie
Cultural Adviser