Emergency
Our Mission to Provide Emergency Relief
Action for Development is deeply committed to supporting Afghan communities in realizing their development aspirations through tailored programs. Our approach centers on empowering communities and fostering collaboration to ensure sustainable outcomes. By prioritizing community engagement and accountability, AfD promotes effective resource utilization and the acquisition of essential skills for long-term success. We advocate for the integration and harmonization of efforts across various sectors to maximize the collective impact on Afghanistan’s future well-being. Through our dedication to innovation and collaboration, AfD strives to pave the way for a brighter and more prosperous future for all Afghans. If you are interested in our long term solutions to these challanges, please visit our Global Givings Page.
North Afghanistan Flooding [AFP]
Recent heavy rainfall in Baghlan province, northern Afghanistan, has led to a devastating emergency, destroying nearly 9,000 houses across several villages. Tragically, over 450 people have died, 2,000 are injured, and dozens are missing. Thousands have been displaced, urgently needing food, shelter, and immediate health services. In a region already suffering from poverty, hunger, and unemployment, these floods have caused unimaginable devastation.
Herat Emergency Aid Distribution
In October 2023, Herat Province in Afghanistan experienced a series of earthquakes, leaving devastating effects on the region. Over 1,400 people lost their lives, and 2,000 were injured. The earthquakes destroyed over 10,000 homes and damaged numerous health facilities, leaving around 275,000 individuals across 382 villages in need of urgent humanitarian assistance, with 60% of them being children.
Winterization Campaign 2024
Action for Development (AfD) in Kabul provided winter support to 190 families of street-working children in Kabul and Parwan provinces in January 2024. AfD distributed rice, oil, and coal to these vulnerable families, aiming to alleviate their economic hardship during the harsh winter. Beneficiaries, mostly women and children, expressed gratitude for the aid, emphasizing its importance in helping them survive the extreme conditions.
Faryab Emergency Support to Victims of Flood
In July 2022, AfD provided humanitarian aid to victims of flash floods in Faryab Province, Afghanistan. The floods, occurring in May, claimed over 20 lives and destroyed more than 500 homes, particularly devastating the village of Eli Khana. The majority of the population lost their homes and livelihoods, with 80% relying on day labor and livestock for income. Most families lacked food, with many surviving on only half a meal a day. The flooding also damaged water wells, leaving villagers without clean drinking water.
COVID-19, Kabul and Herat Emergency Aid Distribution
Afghanistan faces an intricate humanitarian emergency characterized by prolonged conflict, displacement, persistent poverty, and frequent natural calamities. These challenges stem from various sources, including protracted drought, an ongoing economic downturn, and the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, livelihoods are being lost, and the prices of food and essential goods are skyrocketing, leading to heightened levels of hunger, malnutrition, and poverty across all 34 provinces.
Mobile Health Service Emergency in Kabul
Due to ongoing violence, Afghan families have fled to displacement camps in Kabul, where many face poverty and lack essential resources for winter survival. In January 2018, AfD’s mobile health team visited an IDP camp, providing basic check-ups and distributing medication to around 40 families. Most patients suffered from respiratory issues, particularly children with severe malnutrition and pregnant women needing prenatal care, who were referred to hospitals for treatment.
Life Saving Equipment Needed in Kabul
At present, the maternity ward at the CHC requires upgrading of certain medical equipment to ensure sufficient healthcare for women and children. Alongside medical apparatus, there is a demand for lab testing supplies, delivery tables, cots, and other items crucial for the well-being of women, children, and the future of Afghanistan. AfD’s CHC in Kabul seeks assistance for procuring and shipping these essential machines and supplies.
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