Afghanistan Subnational Governance Programme (ASGP)

01.12.2013 - 30.06.2015

Effective subnational governance is a fundamental part of Afghanistan’s development agenda. The capacity of subnational institutions at provincial, district and municipality levels is instrumental to peace and development of the Afghan people. The Afghanistan Subnational Governance Programme (ASGP) of the UNDP improves local government institutions’ capacity to govern and strengthens the oversight capacities of elected provincial councils on government performance and service delivery.

Helvetas SI, Community-Based DRM

01.09.2013 - 31.12.2014

WASH in Takhar Province

01.08.2013 - 31.12.2016

Takhar province is one of the most underserved areas in Afghanistan, especially regarding access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene education (WASH). The Danish Committee for Aid to Afghan Refugees (DACAAR) has extensive experience in the WASH sector in Afghanistan. DACAAR will cooperate closely with Terre des Hommes Lausanne (TdHL), SDC’s partner in Takhar, to address the WASH needs of the most deprived communities. This project will sustainably improve their health status.

Sustainable Livelihoods and Social Development (SLSD)

15.05.2013 - 31.05.2016

The South-East of Afghanistan was particularly deprived of development efforts of the last ten years and before. The Liaison Office (TLO) rooted in this region is a capable and experienced Afghan partner to coordinate community based initiatives in close cooperation with formal and informal actors, women and men. Improved land and water management and resolved conflicts around these resources will contribute to reduce poverty, strengthen local governance, and human security.

Second Allocation (Cereals) of SDC Funding to WFP Operations in 2013; DPRK, Afghanistan, Haiti

01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013

In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding to respond to changing needs in humanitarian crises. SDC funding to WFP operations allows the World Food Programme (WFP) to respond proactively and to provide immediate food assistance in life-threatening situations and underfunded emergencies.

First Allocation of SDC Funding to ICRC Operations in 2013 in Afghanistan, DPR of Korea, Kyrgyzstan, Myanmar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka

01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013

In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding for responding to changing needs in humanitarian crises. SDC funding to ICRC operations allows the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to respond proactively and to provide immediate protection and assistance for people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence.

ICRC Emergency Appeals 2013: Second Allocation (Afghanistan, Myanmar)

01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013

In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding to respond to changing needs in humanitarian crises. SDC funding to ICRC operations allows the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to respond proactively and to provide immediate protection and assistance for people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence.

Tawanmandi – A trust fund to strengthen Civil Society in Afghanistan

01.10.2012 - 30.09.2016

Civil Society in Afghanistan becomes increasingly stronger and aware of its role to advocate for rights and good governance. However, it remains still weak, has low capacity and little recognition for this role and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) lack coordination in their programmes and activities. The Tawanmandi (lit. empowering) Trust Fund is a means to address these shortcomings through channelling funds in a coordinated manner while simultaneously providing capacity development and promoting dialogue between civil society and government.

Afghanistan NGO Safety Office (ANSO)

01.07.2012 - 31.12.2015

The need for ANSO is centered on the fact that there is no alternative (and appropriate) security coordination mechanism available to NGOs in Afghanistan which are in need of support with regard to security management and exchange of security information in order to continue their operations in an ever more complex and dangerous context in Afghanistan

Support to Afghanistan Research and Evaluation Unit (AREU)

01.07.2012 - 31.12.2015

AREU is one of a few national organisations that conduct policy-relevant research. Research reports produced by AREU are effectively responding to policy needs and are widely used by the GoA and international community. AREU builds national research capacity and provides a number of unique services. SDC’s contribution enables AREU to develop institutionally, build local research capacity, conduct reliable research studies and stay impartial in the complex political arena of Afghanistan.

National Human Rights Program for Afghanistan

01.05.2012 - 30.04.2015

Livelihood Programme LP

01.05.2012 - 31.12.2016