Another City Records have released a benefit compilation featuring Change, Tuning, Bystander, Life Force, Despair, Berthold City, Faim and more.
The United Nations has called the current situation in Afghanistan the worst humanitarian disaster we have ever seen. The nation has been in military conflict for two decades. 23 million people are facing starvation. 97% of the population of the country are at risk of falling into poverty. War has displaced millions of families, leaving them without shelter, clean water, food, stable electricity, medical attention, or schools. Civilian casualties in Afghanistan in the first half of 2021 have exceeded any conflict in any year since the United Nations has tracked that data. Women and children are at increased risk for violence, abuse and forced labor. Tens of thousands of people in Afghanistan have also been displaced by natural disasters, such as earthquakes, avalanches, and floods. Climate change has disproportionately hit Afghanistan, which is facing severe drought in many parts of the country. On top of all of this, they are also dealing with the reality that is the COVID-19 pandemic. People are in desperate need of help immediately. 100% of all proceeds from this compilation will go to the following organizations to help the humanitarian efforts: