Milestone 1
Social Research Training
Enhancing ground-level research and analytical methodologies.
AFAD's 4 Pillars
Institutional Strengthening
Strengthening Our Movement: Building Capacity to Protect Human Rights Across Asia
True, lasting impact requires strong foundations. Through our Institutional Strengthening initiative, we are deepening organizational capacity at both local and regional levels—equipping our member organizations and federation with the tools needed to sustain the fight against enforced disappearances and defend fundamental human rights.
By building local resilience and regional solidarity, we ensure our collective actions remain effective, independent, and sustainable for the long haul.
AFAD delivers the key milestones in partnership with 10 member organizations across 9 countries on hands-on capacity building and specialized orientations:
Milestone 2
Finance Orientation
Strengthening financial integrity, management, and accountability.
Milestone 3
Resource Mobilization
Building strategies for long-term organizational sustainability.
Milestone 4
Documentation & disappearED-Asia Database Training
Standardizing case recording to track and fight disappearances effectively.
Milestone 5
Grounding Outcome & Impact Orientation
Measuring real-world change to refine our advocacy.
"Stronger organizations build safer communities. By reinforcing our network from the ground up, we ensure that every action taken to defend human rights is backed by rigorous documentation, sound strategy, and lasting commitment."