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Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) Afghanistan is a non-governmental organization that has initiated several programs and projects to promote educational access and quality learning opportunities for all children, particularly girls. This case study looks at the Flexible Response Fund (FRF) programme, designed to address an array of barriers preventing Afghan girls from entry and retention in upper grades. This case study underscores the importance of a flexible, participatory, multifaceted and inclusive approach to address barriers to girls’ education.