This backgrounder contains historical, political, and cultural information to cultivate a general understanding of Afghans arriving in the U.S. The ongoing crisis in Afghanistan is complex and spans decades. This backgrounder was produced to aid U.S. Resettlement Agencies (RAs) and local service providers in providing orientation and culturally appropriate services to newly arrived Afghans. The information provided is intended as guidance and does not represent the needs and challenges of all Afghans. As such, service providers are encouraged to adapt their services as appropriate.
Information in this document draws on a variety of trusted resources, including, but not limited to, scholarly books, articles, reports, and websites of trusted research organizations. See the Bibliography for a list of resources and information about the authors.
