The Organization for Humanitarian Assistance in Disasters (OHAID) is an Afghan non-profit, non-governmental and non-political organization working to save lives, reduce hunger and poverty, and strengthen the resilience of vulnerable communities.
Local commitment. Humanitarian action.
Founded in 2015 by Afghan volunteers, OHAID was formally registered as a national NGO with the Ministry of Economy of Afghanistan on 8 January 2023. We work to alleviate suffering among people facing emergencies and crises, with a focus on hunger, essential humanitarian assistance and the needs of marginalized communities.
Our work aims to strengthen local capacity to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from crises. We work with communities and partners to support practical responses while building foundations for longer-term resilience.
Guided by a clear purpose
Our vision sets the future we work toward. Our mission guides how we serve communities every day.
A resilient, self-reliant and peaceful Afghanistan
A resilient, self-reliant and peaceful Afghanistan where every person, regardless of political affiliation, ethnicity, race or language, lives free from hunger and poverty and has equal access to the services and opportunities they need to thrive.
Save lives. Reduce hunger and poverty.
To save lives, reduce hunger and poverty, and strengthen the resilience of marginalized and vulnerable communities in Afghanistan through needs-based humanitarian assistance and sustainable development, while building local capacity and promoting the sustainable use of environmental and natural resources.
Eight areas of expertise
OHAID brings together humanitarian response and longer-term development work to support vulnerable communities and strengthen local resilience.
Food Security & Livelihoods
Food and cash assistance, livelihood support and income-generating opportunities for food-insecure families.
Education
Community-based education, accelerated learning, literacy and technical and vocational education and training.
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene
Safe water systems, sanitation facilities and hygiene promotion in communities and schools.
Humanitarian Assistance
Timely, needs-based relief for people affected by conflict, displacement and natural disasters.
Youth Empowerment
Skills development, employment and enterprise support to help young people build their futures.
Social Protection
Protection, gender-based violence response, child protection and disability inclusion for vulnerable people.
Agriculture & Disaster Risk Reduction
Climate-smart farming, natural resource management and community preparedness for disasters.
Sustainable Development & Capacity Building
Strengthening local institutions, partners and communities to lead and sustain their development.
Community-led. Needs-based. Accountable.
We work with communities and partners to understand needs, deliver appropriate programmes and track results.
Listen to communities
We work with communities, local shuras, line ministries, clusters and partners to understand needs and prioritize people who are most vulnerable.
Deliver with technical support
Technical Advisors support programme design, while the Program Support Department coordinates implementation and operational delivery.
Monitor and learn
OHAID's independent Monitoring and Evaluation Unit tracks results, supporting accountability, learning and continuous improvement.
Rooted in Afghanistan
From its Kabul headquarters and field offices in Balkh, Jawzjan and Nangarhar, OHAID works with communities and partners to respond to needs and strengthen local capacity.
Accountability in every action
OHAID's work is guided by organizational policies, standard operating procedures and an institutional framework designed to support ethical conduct, sound governance and responsible programme delivery.
Contributing to global goals
OHAID's profile identifies nine Sustainable Development Goals aligned with its technical expertise and work in Afghanistan.
Together, we can build resilience and create lasting change.
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