Welcome to Afghan Women’s Empowerment and Development Organization (AWEDO)
AWEDO

Humanitarian Assistance

What We Do

Humanitarian Assistance

AWEDO provides principled and needs-based humanitarian assistance to communities affected by conflict, natural disasters, displacement, poverty, and other emergencies. We prioritize women, children, persons with disabilities, internally displaced families, and others facing heightened vulnerability.

Humanitarian assistance for Afghan families affected by crisis

Why This Service Matters For Afghan Women

Women-headed households, displaced women, widows, persons with disabilities, and families affected by emergencies may face greater barriers to food, hygiene items, shelter, protection, and services. Gender-responsive humanitarian assistance helps ensure support reaches them safely and fairly.

Humanitarian Response Areas

Emergency Relief

Based on verified needs, support may include food, hygiene supplies, household essentials, and other critical relief items.

Shelter And Essential Items

Emergency shelter assistance and non-food items help displaced and crisis-affected families meet immediate needs.

Water, Sanitation And Hygiene

Safe water, sanitation support, hygiene supplies, and awareness activities reduce health risks during emergencies.

Protection And Safeguarding

Protection awareness, confidential feedback, referrals, and safeguarding measures promote safety and dignity.

Recovery And Resilience

Early recovery initiatives help communities restore livelihoods, strengthen local capacity, and prepare for future shocks.

Humanitarian Principles

  • Humanity: addressing suffering and protecting dignity.
  • Neutrality: not taking sides in political, religious, or military disputes.
  • Impartiality: providing assistance according to need.
  • Independence: maintaining autonomy in humanitarian action.
  • Accountability: using resources responsibly and listening to affected communities.

Expected Outcomes

  • Lives saved and suffering reduced.
  • Improved access to essential relief and basic services.
  • Greater protection for vulnerable people and families.
  • Stronger community resilience, recovery, and well-being.

Join Us In Empowering Women

If you are interested in taking part in empowering women and girls in Afghanistan, join AWEDO in supporting inclusive, accountable and community-led humanitarian action.

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Humanitarian Needs In Afghanistan

Winter Assistance

This video presents support for families facing harsh winter conditions.

Nutrition And Family Well-Being

A look at urgent humanitarian and nutrition needs affecting children and families.