Directorate Message

  Maiwand Safi, PhD.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Founding Director Tabish International Institute for Research (TIIR) 

It is with immense pride and a profound sense of responsibility that I welcome you to the Tabish International Institute for Research (TIIR). A bold step toward scientific renaissance and policy-driven development in Afghanistan. At a time when our nation is navigating multifaceted challenges, the need for evidence-based solutions, innovative research, and academic resilience has never been greater. TIIR was born out of this urgent national calling to be a sanctuary for knowledge creation, a platform for scholarly voices, and a catalyst for positive change. TIIR stands as an autonomous, multidisciplinary institute committed to high-impact research, strategic policy support, and the nurturing of research excellence. We aim not only to address Afghanistan’s pressing socio-economic issues but to connect our scholars with global networks, elevating our academic footprint on the world stage. Our mission is clear, to foster a research culture rooted in integrity, innovation, and practical impact. Through the publication of quality journals, development of capacity-building programs, and engagement in national and international research collaborations, TIIR will serve as a bridge between knowledge and action. We invite students, faculty, experts, and institutions—locally and globally—to join us in this transformative journey. Whether you are a researcher seeking meaningful collaboration, a policymaker searching for data-driven insight, or a donor investing in lasting impact, TIIR is your partner in shaping a better, more informed future. Together, let us advance science. Let us build solutions. Let us empower minds. With vision, integrity, and collaboration.