Increasing access to education in Afghanistan Format Every child deserves an education – but decades of conflict has made this almost impossible in parts of Afghanistan. Education is the cornerstone for Afghanistan's plan for development and economic growth. But accessing education is an uphill battle in many parts of the country. In more remote areas of the country, educational opportunities can be limited and difficult to access – or don't exist at all. Distances between villages can be great and travelling between them to attend school can be dangerous for young children and teachers. Worried for their safety, security concerns often stop parents from sending their children – especially girls – to school.