ADVTP Core Programs | Empowering Communities Across Afghanistan

ADVTP NGO What-We-Do

The Afghan Development and Vocational Training Program (ADVTP) NGO works to reduce poverty, inequality, and social vulnerability in Afghanistan. ADVTP delivers community-centered programs across sectors such as education, vocational training, health, livelihood, child protection, gender equality, and humanitarian assistance.

Core Program Areas

1. Construction

• Surveying – Land and site surveys for construction projects

• Design – Architectural and structural planning

• Building Construction – Schools, clinics, and community infrastructure

• Road Construction – Improving transportation and connectivity

 2. Irrigation Engineering

• Kareze Cleaning – Maintenance of traditional water channels

• Construction of Hydraulic Structures – Dams, weirs, and water management

• Canal Cleaning – Ensuring water flow for agriculture

• River Training – Preventing erosion and improving irrigation

 3. Education

• Training Courses – Vocational and technical skill development

• Capacity Building – For government staff and NGO personnel

• Combat to Illiteracy – Adult literacy and community education programs

4. Agricultural Production

• Research on Cereal Crops – Improving yield and quality

• Nursery Plots – Fruit and horticultural crops

• Seed Multiplication Programs – Ensuring quality seeds for farmers

• Extension Training Programs – Educating farmers on best practices

 5. Water Supply

• Gravity Pipe Scheme Networking – Efficient water distribution systems

• Shallow Wells – Accessible water for communities

• Deep Wells – Sustainable water sources for long-term use

 6. Vocational Training

• Carpentry, Masonry, Tailoring (Men & Women), Embroidery

• Plumbing, Welding, House Wiring, Carpet Weaving

• Computer Skills, Machinery, Steel Fixing, Auto Mechanic

 7. Child Protection

• Protection of Children in Armed Conflict

• Family Tracing and Reunification

• Psychosocial Support & Counseling

• Community Awareness Campaigns

• Protection from Child Labor, Trafficking, and Child Marriage

 8. Women Empowerment

• Microcredit / Microfinance Programs

• Financial Literacy Training

• Business Development Services

• Awareness on Inheritance Rights

• Leadership Training

9. Nutrition

• Nutrient Education

• Clinical Nutrition

• Public Health Nutrition Programs

 10. Livelihood

• Agriculture and Food Production

• Skilled Trades and Services

• Education and Training Programs

• Health and Wellness Support

11. Gender Equality

• Entrepreneurship Support for Women

• Literacy Programs for Women

• Maternal Healthcare

• Capacity Building for Women Leaders

• Education and Skills Development

12. Humanitarian Assistance

• Emergency Response

• Earthquake Relief

• Flooding Support

• Food Distribution

How ADVTP Works

• Community-Centered Approach: Programs are designed based on community priorities.

• Rights-Based Programming: Promoting gender equality, social inclusion, and participation.

• Partnerships: Collaboration with government, NGOs, and international organizations.

• Sustainability: Focus on long-term development and measurable impact.

 Impact & Reach

ADVTP programs have reached 34 provinces in Afghanistan, empowering women, youth, returnees, IDPs, ex-combatants, widows, and orphans. The organization strives to improve livelihoods, expand educational opportunities, and strengthen community resilience.

1. Humanitarian and Emergency Response

 In the following areas, ADVTP continually makes increasing contributions to assisting and advancing the communities: Emergency and humanitarian response delivering efficient and open humanitarian aid to those in need throughout Afghanistan. 
This might comprise: Emergency education and education (EiE). Agriculture, food security, temporary housing, and non-food items. Protection of nutrition and combating gender-based violence (GBV) in daily life. 

2. Development and longer terms interventions

 Sustainable, self-sufficient towns and cities with high standards of living, social interaction, and recreation. This might comprise, but is not restricted to: the provision of vocational and technical skills based on a thorough needs assessment process, which includes a labor market analysis, in order to boost income generation and promote more work options.
 
 Providing persons with literacy and math skills who would be unable to complete formal education. giving girls and women equal opportunities, notably in employment