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 of People's Republic of Government of Bangladesh.
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.
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.
AFAD, the Association for Alternative Development, embodies a set of core values that guide its mission to empower marginalized communities in northern Bangladesh. Committed to integrity and transparency, AFAD operates with a dedication to promoting equality and social justice. Through innovative programs and collaborative partnerships, AFAD works to empower individuals and communities, fostering sustainable development and resilience. With a focus on accountability and respect for diversity, AFAD ensures that its initiatives have lasting positive impacts while upholding the rights and dignity of all stakeholders.
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 of People's Republic of Government of Bangladesh.