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Afghanaid is a British humanitarian and development organisation. For forty years, our dedicated personnel have worked with millions of families in some of the most marginalised and remote communities in Afghanistan. We build basic services, improve livelihoods, strengthen the rights of women and children, help communities protect against natural disasters and adapt to climate change, and respond to humanitarian emergencies.

Our community-led approach gives ordinary Afghans a voice in their own development, making them active participants in shaping the future of their country.

With our years of experience, our majority Afghan team, and our deep understanding of local, cultural and ethnic issues, we have earned great trust and respect among the communities we serve. This has allowed us to gain access to some of the most underserved areas of the country.

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Our vision

A peaceful, just and thriving Afghanistan.

Our mission

To provide Afghans with the training and tools they need to help themselves, their families and their communities.

Our focus

We particularly target marginalised households that are most at risk – including those headed by women, or with elderly, chronically ill or disabled family members. Find out more about what we do.

Our strategy

In 2022, we introduced a new five year strategy. Despite numerous challenges, Afghanaid remains steadfastly committed to implementing life-saving and transformative programming guided by our vision, mission, and organisational values. With this strategy, Afghanaid set out our plans to amplify efforts to respond in a principled, effective manner to an evolving context and worsening humanitarian situation.

Agility in the Face of Change

Dive into the detail of our five year strategy.

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During challenging times, donations from our supporters are an absolutely vital resource for Afghanaid, and will help to ensure we can continue to provide vital assistance to the most marginalised. Please give what you can to help us support Afghan families today.

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Published: 28th June, 2017

Updated: 3rd March, 2025

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