The Afghan Civil Society
Forum (ACSF) was developed as a partnership
between Afghan civil society actors and
swisspeace at the request of the
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participants at the first Afghan Civil Society
Conference (who are called founders) in Bad
Honnef, Germany (29 November - 2 December
2001). This conference took place parallel to
the meeting of Afghan political representatives
negotiating the Bonn Agreement.
ACSF believes in democratic principles,
people's participation and is committed to:
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Empowering the Afghan population
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Embracing the diversity of civil society
actors
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Striving for inclusiveness in processes
and actions
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Emphasizing non-partisanship,
transparency and accountability
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Promoting a sense of voluntarism and
social activism
