Established in August 2002, The Welfare Association for the Development of Afghanistan (WADAN) is an indigenous Afghan government registered NGO that envisions a peaceful, educated, drug free, democratic, developed and prosperous Afghanistan. Our mission is to advance the spread of democratic principles, development, social justice, human rights, and freedom; and to strengthen communities and local governance by promoting effective community and institutional development practices and drug control initiatives. We undertake community and institutional development, civic education, education and drug control initiatives in cooperation with government ministries, the beneficiaries, Community Development Organizations (CDO’s) and other stakeholders. Based in Kabul, with 2,141 full time staff members that include 777 women, we have offices in Badakhshan, Farah, Kabul, Kandahar, Herat, Laghman, Balkh, Jowzjan and Nangarhar, which also cover adjacent provinces. We have worked in all 34 provinces and 360 districts and have national coverage.
A peaceful, drug free, democratic, developed and prosperous Afghanistan.
To spread democratic principles, social justice, and human rights, and to strengthen communities and local governance by promoting effective community and institutional development practices and drug control initiatives.
Our core values are integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity. We put people first – the needs of people. We go wherever we are needed and get the job done
The Asian National Chapters meeting was held in person in Bali, Indonesia, on August 16-17, 2024. During this meeting, Mohammad Nasib Ahmadi, the founder of the Welfare Association for the Development of Afghanistan (WADAN), represented the ISSUP Afghanistan National Chapter. He provided updates on the re-establishment of the chapter, highlighting its achievements, challenges, recommendations, and future plans.
Afghanistan continues to suffer the consequences of four decades of conflict, entrenched poverty, climate-induced crises, and barriers to women’s equality and participation in public life. According to UN OCHA In 2024, an estimated 23.7 million people–more than half of Afghanistan’s population–are projected to require humanitarian assistance.
Over the span of 22 years, WADAN has been steadfast in its mission, tirelessly working across multiple sectors in Afghanistan. Our unwavering dedication has enabled us to offer a diverse range of essential services to those most vulnerable, addressing critical needs in financial support, education, healthcare, shelter, livelihood, and beyond.
Our pledge remains resolute: to continually stand by the side of Afghanistan’s neediest individuals. We recognize the profound challenges faced by communities affected by various adversities, and our commitment to making a tangible, lasting difference remains unwavering.
With a deep sense of responsibility and compassion, we vow to persistently contribute to the welfare of Afghanistan’s populace, striving to alleviate their hardships and empower them toward a brighter, more sustainable future.
Together, let us forge ahead, united in our pursuit to serve, uplift, and bring hope to those who need it most.
Shaima Hosaini daughter of Issa originality from Bamyan who displayed from Bamyan province to Herat 10 years ago. She lives in Jebrail District with her parents and five siblings, three sisters and two brothers.
Noor Mohammad is a respected elder in Naw Abad-e-Badakhshiha Village, Darqad District, Takhar Province. Prior to December 2023, he was known for his contributions to dispute resolution in his community.
Nine-year-old Beheshta, from Mahal Mahbas Village, Baharak District in Badakhshan is a second grade student at the community based school there. Beheshta’s teacher noticed this bright child was suffering and seemed constantly in distress.
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