# National Peacevertising American Advertising in Afghanistan Invokes Pride By Luisa Amanda Gomes | Published 2010-04-15 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advertising-in-afghanistan References: [adpunch.org](http://www.adpunch.org/entry/advertising-in-afghanistan/) & [adage](http://adage.com/globalnews/article?article_id=143223) The American-supported [advertising in Afghanistan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodbrand-impact) is meant to invoke pride and courage among the peoples of that country. The aim of this ad campaign is to encourage the nation to be peaceful. The [print campaign](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-advertising-campaign) involves images that have [positive focus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-life-brighter), while ignoring negative situations. The campaign effectively uses the past and future within the posters. Featuring honorable characters from the country's history juxtaposed with future life paths for their children, this ad campaign will hopefully show results. **Implications** - Credit for the development of the campaign can be attributed to Lt. Col. Allen McCormick, the chief of Information operations and psychological operations (PSYOP) for the United States' combined joint task force in Eastern Afghanistan. I think it's safe to say he has a hit on his hands. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Activism](https://www.trendhunter.com/activism) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Positive Advertising:** Opportunity for brands to create campaigns that focus on positive messages and emotions, inspiring pride and courage among audiences. - **Historical Imagery:** Utilizing historical figures and events in advertising campaigns to establish a connection with the audience and create a sense of national identity. - **Future-oriented Marketing:** Creating advertisements that show a positive vision of the future, highlighting opportunities and aspirations to motivate audiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Advertising:** Opportunity for advertising agencies to develop impactful campaigns that invoke pride and promote unity. - **Public Relations:** The importance of strategic communication in promoting peace and building a positive national image. - **Psychological Operations:** Applying psychological techniques in advertising to influence and shape public opinions, attitudes, and behaviors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Creative Ad Responses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiehls-response.md) - [Carrier Pigeon Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-pigeon.md) - [Reflection-Encouraging Edible Oil Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simply-fresh.md) - [Ad Inspiration Archives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nobody-reads-ads.md) - [Review-Based Marketing Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-campaign.md) - [Purpose-Driven Brand Storytelling Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purposedriven-brand-storytelling.md) - [Canadian-Focused Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/look-for-the-leaf.md) - [Calmly Dimmed Billboard Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decaf-billboard.md) - [Innovative Outdoor Advertising Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-advertising-campaign.md)