AFAD is a women led organization working in norther Bangladesh since 1999. AFAD is registered (No. 2443) with NGO Affair’s Bureau (NGOAB) of Prime Minister’s Office of People's Republic of Government of Bangladesh, and it got the registration (No. DWA/Kuri/Reg/29/99 ) from the Directorate of Women’s Affairs (DWA) in 1999. AFAD also has the registration from the Directorate of Youth Development, Govt. of Bangladesh.
Empowering women through skills development, education, livelihood opportunities, and community participation.
Creating sustainable solutions that strengthen communities and improve the quality of life for future generations.
AFAD delivers inclusive and sustainable development initiatives focused on empowering women, improving livelihoods, developing skills, and building stronger communities for a better future.
Empowering women through skills development, livelihood opportunities, leadership, and active participation in community development.
Supporting sustainable livelihoods for communities through capacity building, access to resources, and economic opportunities.
Providing quality education and skill development programs to enhance the capabilities and employability of individuals and communities.
Working with local communities to address social challenges and promote inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development.
We are committed to creating meaningful opportunities, empowering communities, and promoting sustainable development through inclusive and community-focused initiatives. Our goal is to contribute to a society where every individual can live with dignity, equality, and greater opportunities for a better future.
AFAD mission is to empower women particularly young women towards building a better world by developing their capacities and to make them active contributor within the society. Therefore AFAD undertakes initiatives/programs that empower the neglected portion of women who are deprived from rights and to ensure equal rights and opportunities for them.
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Contribute to establish an enabling environment for realization and protection of fundamental human rights of men and women where people are self-reliant as individuals.
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We believe in transparency, equality, respect, and accountability. Through our values-driven approach, we work to empower individuals and communities while ensuring dignity, participation, and equal opportunities for all.
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We are committed to working closely with communities and development partners to address social challenges, strengthen livelihoods, and create sustainable solutions that bring positive and lasting change.
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