ASDEF · SERVING THE COMMUNITY

Building Resilient Communities Across Arid and Semi-Arid Areas of Kenya, Ethiopia and Somalia

Since 2013, African Social Development Focus has delivered humanitarian, peace, and development programs across Arid and Semi-Arid Lands — reaching over 8 million people in more than 6 counties.

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OUR STORY

Over a Decade of Community-Driven Change

African Social Development Focus (ASDEF) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded in 2013 and registered under the NGO Coordination Board of Kenya (Reg. No. OP.218/051/13-044/8863), with recognition as a civil society actor in Somalia and Ethiopia. ASDEF is proud to be a disability-led organization, with persons with disabilities represented in its leadership, governance and programme design. Working primarily across Wajir, Mandera, Garissa and Tana River Counties and the cross-border cluster with Somalia and Ethiopia, ASDEF confronts food insecurity, limited healthcare access, and climate vulnerability through sustainable, community-driven initiatives — working hand in hand with local leaders, government agencies, and NGOs to address the root causes of poverty, inequality, and conflict.

WHAT DRIVES US

Our Vision, Mission & Approach

Our Vision

Empowering communities towards a future of harmony and resilience.

Our Mission

To empower communities through responsive humanitarian action, sustainable development, peacebuilding initiatives, fostering resilience for a better future for all.

Our Approach

Collaborating closely with community leaders, government agencies, and NGOs to address the root causes of poverty, inequality, and conflict.

OUR PROGRAMS

How We Create Impact

Five thematic areas guide every ASDEF program, each designed with and for the communities we serve.

Climate Adaptation & Resilience

Helping vulnerable communities build resilience against escalating climate change impacts and humanitarian crises.

Humanitarian Response

Building resilience and fostering sustainable livelihoods in regions facing environmental and economic challenges.

Peace Building & Good Governance

Supporting peacebuilding, inclusive governance and electoral integrity in regions affected by conflict, violence and political instability — promoting civic education, social accountability, and the participation of women, youth and persons with disabilities.