We focus on the people that others forget. People in poverty. People who face discrimination. People whose voices are ignored.
We help people fight for the rights that they are denied. Simple things, like the right to eat. The right to stay on their land. To an education. To have a say in the decisions that shape their lives.
We’re not about giving handouts or telling people what to do, because in the long run we know that doesn’t work. Instead, we use our resources, influence and experience to help people find their own solutions.
We listen to what people really want and need. We help communities take action together to hold their governments to account, and we give local organisations our support where they need it. Together, we’re making a lasting difference.
Women around the world are more likely to live in poverty – just because they’re women. We’re helping women to challenge discrimination, claim their rights, and transform their societies.
The National Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (NRVA) 2005 data indicate that 44 % of the Afghan population is perceived to be food insecure, that is about 11.8 million people. Out of this figure, 6.6 million people do not meet their basic daily food and dietary requirement.
When disaster strikes, we can respond within hours, providing vital things like food and shelter. We link our response to our ongoing projects, and we stick around as long as we’re needed, providing practical support, and making sure local people have a say in rebuilding their communities and livelihoods.
Afghanistan is emerging from 30 years of war with most, if not all of its institutions of governance destroyed during the years of war. Since 2001, efforts have been made by the government of Afghanistan and the international donor community to set up and strengthen these institutions of governance.
