The document discusses empowering citizens in Afghanistan and other countries through social investment programs. It notes that 60% of Afghans are depressed and $2.8 billion is spent per month on the war in Afghanistan. The key to empowering Afghans is investing in women and youth through micro-enterprises to build peace and prosperity. The Queen of Green network works to empower the poor in over 70 countries through 14 social investment programs integrating development of energy, food, health and education with micro-enterprises.