AEHDA Organizational Profile
Establishment: Founded in July 2003, AEHDA transitioned into an officially registered non-governmental organization (NGO) in December 2020 (Registration Number: 5085). It operates as a non-profit, non-political, non-sectarian, and women-led humanitarian organization.
AEHDA-Org Vision
AEHDA envisions empowering Afghan women, youth, children, and vulnerable groups through equitable access to quality education, healthcare, well-being, sustainable livelihoods, and essential services, fostering a prosperous and resilient Afghanistan. ( Vision updated 2024 ).
AEHDA-Org Mission
AEHDA is committed to empowering Afghan women, youth, children, and vulnerable groups by providing accessible, quality, and sustainable education, healthcare, mental health and psychosocial support, livelihood opportunities, and essential services. ( Mission updated - 2024 ).
We strive to foster community resilience, social cohesion, and economic growth, ultimately contributing to a prosperous and self-reliant Afghanistan
Guiding Strategic Principles
AEHDA is dedicated to fulfilling its mission through contextual, participatory, results-oriented, transparent, and accountable services. Our approach emphasizes professionalism, gender sensitivity, and the empowerment of Afghan communities, especially women, through the following strategic principles:
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Community and Women Empowerment: We prioritize decentralized, bottom-up approaches that foster real participation, allowing communities, especially women, to play an active role in their development.
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Contextual Integration: Incorporating local insights and recommendations into strategy and policy decision-making processes at national and sub-national levels to ensure our work is relevant and impactful.
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Sustainable Development: Promoting development that meets the needs of today without compromising future generations, emphasizing resilience and long-term community well-being.
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Public-Private Partnership and Ownership: Building partnerships that bridge public and private sectors, encouraging shared responsibility and ownership of outcomes.
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One Health Approach: Addressing interconnected health risks among people, animals, and the environment to improve overall health outcomes.
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Results-Based Management: Focusing on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement in program delivery to maximize impact.
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Management Efficiency: Streamlining operations and resource allocation to enhance organizational effectiveness and accountability.
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Partnership Development and Coordination: Strengthening collaborations with various stakeholders to create a cohesive and supportive network for sustainable change.
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Creating Opportunities for Personal Development: Fostering an environment in which individuals can realize their potential and express their unique talents and abilities.
AEHDA-Org Objectives:
To contribute towards its strategic goal, AEHDA pursues following specific objectives:
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Educational Empowerment
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Improve access to quality education for Afghan women, children, and underserved communities through policy advocacy, infrastructure development, educator training, and culturally relevant curricula.
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Promote literacy and skills development programs for lifelong learning, focusing on marginalized groups.
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Healthcare and Nutrition
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Expand healthcare services emphasizing maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH) and communicable disease control (CDC) to improve outcomes in diverse communities.
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Implement community-based nutrition programs addressing malnutrition through sustainable practices and nutrition education.
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Food Security for Targeted Groups
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Ensure need-based food distribution to vulnerable groups in regions affected by food insecurity.
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Partner with local organizations for the efficient distribution of culturally appropriate food supplies.
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Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)
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Develop and expand MHPSS programs focusing on Afghan women, children, and conflict-affected individuals.
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Train local mental health practitioners to deliver culturally sensitive, trauma-informed MHPSS services.
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Sustainable Development
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Integrate One Health principles addressing health risks between people, animals, and the environment.
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Launch awareness campaigns promoting sustainable agricultural and environmental practices.
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Research and Advocacy
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Conduct evidence-based research on health, education, and social issues for data-driven advocacy.
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Advocate for policies improving access to essential services and protecting the rights of vulnerable communities.
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Community Empowerment
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Strengthen community resilience through training for community leaders, healthcare service providers, teachers, and community activists.
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Empower women-led organizations and local initiatives for sustainable, community-driven change.
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Emergency Response
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Develop and implement emergency response frameworks addressing crises with immediate aid and recovery planning.
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Ensure rapid responses for food security, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), and mental health support.
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