Negotiating with the Taliban and the Role of Nonprofits in Crisis Situations

This chapter delves into a narrative where a nonprofit successfully negotiated with the Taliban for the safe passage of American citizens from Afghanistan to Tajikistan. It contrasts the effectiveness of government procedures with agile nonprofit actions, shedding light on how nonprofits can navigate crises swiftly. The chapter also discusses incidents where the State Department took credit for successful evacuations orchestrated by former military personnel and nonprofits, leading to an increase in veterans transitioning to nonprofit work.