When you buy an MP3 of Countryman (Freedom From War), the proceeds will fund Afghan aid groups with a proven record for delivering support to the people who need it most, and who make the most of that support.
Countryman's executive producer, Arthur Kent, has reported regularly from Afghanistan since 1980 (you can review his record online at www.skyreporter.com). Kent has witnessed first-hand the performance of non-governmental organizations from many nations.
In recent years, he has been particularly impressed with the work of an independent group, Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan. Kent says: "I first heard of CW4WA more than ten years ago as a small, volunteer, not-for-profit network of women scattered across Canada".
"Today they are 10 chapters strong, and I can see on the ground in Afghanistan that their goals of championing education and educational opportunities for Afghan women and girls are hugely promising, and effective. There's just no question about it: boosting the knowledge, skills and welfare of Afghan women and their families is the best way to stabilize and rebuild this tortured country. CW4WA gets it, and our Electric Caravan is thrilled to join theirs."
In addition to CW4WA, Countryman sales will benefit the Kabul-based associations that promote the rights and freedoms of Afghan journalists and artists. These brave young people are frequently the subject of intimidation by armed opposition groups, and even by elements within the Western-sponsored Afghan government. The proceeds of Countryman sales will be regularly audited, with reports published online right here are countrymansong.com.
So go ahead. Help us rock the warlords, and roll hope into the hearts of the people of Afghanistan.