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Dedicated to serving humanity

Empowerment Through Action.

Dedicated to sustainable development, disaster relief, education, and human dignity across Pakistan.

انسانیت کی خدمت ہمارا عزم

عملی جدوجہد سے خودمختاری

پاکستان بھر میں پائیدار ترقی، امدادِ باہمی، تعلیم اور انسانی وقار کی بحالی کے لیے کوشاں۔

145,000+

LIVES POSITIVELY IMPACTED

78+

ACTIVE PROJECTS

24

VULNERABLE DISTRICTS

98.4%

AID EFFICIENCY

Our Purpose

Driving Change Through Vision & Mission

Our Vision

"A just, inclusive, resilient, and prosperous society where marginalized and vulnerable communities—especially women, children, youth, and persons with disabilities—have equal opportunities, access to essential services, sustainable livelihoods, and the ability to live with dignity and participate meaningfully in the development of their communities."

Our Mission

"To empower marginalized and vulnerable communities, with a particular focus on women, children, youth, and persons with disabilities, through inclusive education, accessible healthcare and WASH, sustainable livelihoods, disability inclusion, gender equality, disaster risk reduction, humanitarian assistance, and community-led development. AMRDO Foundation is committed to promoting equal opportunities, dignity, participation, resilience, and sustainable solutions that enable individuals and communities to achieve a better quality of life."

Since 1998

The Story of Service & Growth

From AL-MEHRAN (AMRDWO) to AMRDO Foundation

1998

The Beginning: A Vision Takes Root

Led by Mr. Abdul Jabbar Chhachhar, a group of activists founded Al-Mehran Rural Development & Welfare Organization (AMRDWO). Named after the Indus River ("Mehran"), symbolizing life without discrimination.

2001

Formal Registration

Formally registered as AMRDWO under the Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860, ensuring complete transparency, structured operations, and accountability.

2016

Evolution to AMRDO Foundation

Transformed into AMRDO Foundation in June 2016 with enhanced governance, expanded operational capacity, and multi-sectoral development strategies.

PRESENT

Secured SECP Sec-42 Status

Registered under Section 42 of Companies Act, 2017 with SECP & Sindh Charity Commission. Operating across 21 districts in Sindh with international partners like UNDP, PPAF, IOM & SEF.

Core Pillars

Our Strategic Programs

AMRDO Foundation drives sustainable community transformation through six core program areas across Sindh.

Economic Empowerment Livelihoods

Economic Empowerment

Breaking cycles of poverty through micro-finance, interest-free Qard-e-Hasan, vocational training, and youth enterprise development across Sindh.

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Emergency Relief Crisis Action

Emergency Relief & DRR

Rapid crisis response protocol, disaster preparedness plans, emergency shelter, rations, and climate resilience interventions.

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Education for All Literacy

Education for All

Community-based non-formal schools, AALTP accelerated learning in partnership with SEF, youth skill development, and orphan tuition support.

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WASH Programs Health & Water

Water, Sanitation & Hygiene

Installation of hand pumps, latrines, Nadi filters, water tanks, and hygiene promotion to build Open Defecation Free communities.

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Integrated Health Healthcare

Integrated Health Services

Primary healthcare camps, maternal-child health guidance, nutrition support, kitchen gardening, and flood emergency medical response.

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Social Cohesion Peace & Rights

Social Cohesion & Peace

Promoting social dialogue, women's rights (HUMQADAM & Fem Power projects), youth engagement through sports, and peacebuilding.

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Disability Inclusion Justice & Empowerment

Disability Inclusion

Breaking barriers and ensuring persons with disabilities can exercise their rights, access services, and participate fully in society.

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Community Development Grassroots Empowerment

Community Development

Fostering self-reliance, social accountability, and resilient physical infrastructure through participatory community-driven development.

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Target Demographics

Reaching The Furthest Behind First

Focusing on marginalized populations of Sindh, Pakistan

Rural & Peri-Urban

Women & Girls

Children & Youth

Disabled Inclusion

Ultra-Poor Families

Minority Groups

Leadership Voices

Messages From Management

NSA

Ms. Naheed Akhtair Soomro

Chairperson, AMRDO Foundation

"Service to humanity is the highest form of worship. Since our inception in 1998, AMRDO Foundation has remained steadfast in its mission to serve the masses without discrimination. The name 'Mehran' holds deep meaning for us—just as the Indus River flows tirelessly, nourishing all lands, we flow with the same spirit—serving all, excluding none."
"Serving Communities. Transforming Lives. Since 1998."
AJC

Mr. Abdul Jabbar Chhachhar

Founding President & Director

"From a dream to a movement—our journey continues. We believe that development is not about charity—it is about empowerment. It is about giving people the tools, skills, and opportunities to build their own futures and ensuring that no one is left behind."
"Just as the Mehran flows ceaselessly, AMRDO Foundation will continue to serve without pause."