Introduction
Established on February 8, 2006, the Afghan Youth Services Organization (AYSO) is a multi-donor, multi-sectoral, non-political, and non-profit organization committed to empowering Afghan communities.
With operations spanning all 34 provinces of Afghanistan, including underserved and conflict-affected areas, AYSO works collaboratively with international agencies, government bodies, and local stakeholders to deliver inclusive, innovative, and sustainable solutions.
Guided by core values of independence, accountability, and professionalism, AYSO addresses critical challenges in health, nutrition, Food Security and Agriculture (FSAC), Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), Education, Protection, Youth Support, Gender, Infrastructure, Vocational Training, Social and Behavior Change (SBC) / Community Engagement and Participation, and emergency response.
Our Foundation
The principles that drive our mission forward
Our Mission
AYSO is committed to supporting communities by enabling them to make informed and ethical choices throughout their lives. We achieve this by providing healthcare, essential social, educational, developmental, and social peacebuilding services at the national level.
Our Vision
Our vision is a country where every individual enjoys a healthy life, empowered communities thrive, and a progressive society is marked by social cohesion and equal opportunities for all, including youth, regardless of religion, ethnicity, or gender.
Our Goal
Our goal is to improve humanitarian services, enhance the state of the natural environment, promote the observance of human rights, and improve the welfare of disadvantaged populations.
Core Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Independence
Non-political and neutral in all operations.
Accountability
Ensuring transparency and efficiency in resource utilization.
Respect to Others
Valuing the dignity of all individuals, regardless of ethnicity, gender, or religion.
Safeguarding
Preventing sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) and ensuring a safe environment for all.
Diversity
Valuing the dignity and unique contributions of all individuals, regardless of ethnicity, gender, religion, or culture.
Innovation
Leveraging creative ideas to drive impactful solutions.
Continuous Improvement
Striving for excellence through ongoing learning, innovation, and the pursuit of best practices.
Professionalism
Maintaining high standards of conduct and performance.
Humanitarian Principles
Upholding humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence.
What We Do
Comprehensive services across multiple sectors
Explore Our Programs
Discover how we're making a difference across Afghanistan
Key Achievements in 2025
Remarkable milestones that solidify our reputation as a leading humanitarian organization
Low-Risk NGO Status
Secured a "low risk" rating in UNICEF's micro-assessment, highlighting AYSO's strong governance and compliance standards.
ISO Certification
Achieved ISO certification for outstanding leadership, management, and technical expertise, affirming operational excellence.
PSEAH Assessment
Successfully evaluated for full capacity in Preventing Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH) by UNICEF.
Expansive Project Delivery
Implemented over 35 multi-sectoral projects in health, nutrition, education, WASH, infrastructure, women's empowerment, food security, health in emergencies, and livelihoods.
Humanitarian Reach
Served over 17 million beneficiaries, particularly in underserved and conflict-affected regions.
Operational Footprint
Expanded operations to 23 provinces, achieving a high success rate in project implementation.
Awards and Recognition
Received 5 prestigious awards for exceptional service delivery, innovative solutions, and humanitarian excellence.
Community Empowerment
Mobilized over 500,000 community volunteers, fostering grassroots initiatives and boosting program participation by approximately 60%.
Capacity Building
Trained 12,500 individuals, with a particular focus on empowering women and youth through health and nutrition programs.
Strengthening Women-Led NGOs
Enhanced the capacity of 50 women-led NGOs and CSOs across Afghanistan in critical areas such as fundraising, proposal development, project management, financial compliance, community dialogue, advocacy, and operational sustainability.
By the Numbers
Our impact in numbers