Together We Rise Again Supporting Families
Disaster Relief & Rehabilitation
ADO provides rapid emergency support including food, shelter, clean water, and medical assistance to flood-affected families.
Education & Child Development
ADO supports equal access to quality education by improving school infrastructure and providing learning resources to children in need.
About ADO
Awami Development Organization (ADO) is a Non-Governmental, humanitarian organization dedicated to uplifting the ignored, underprivileged, and deprived communities of District Layyah and beyond. Established in 1996, ADO has been working with a strong commitment to social welfare and sustainable development.
ADO is registered under Section 42 of the Companies Ordinance 1984 (XL-VII of 1984) with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP).
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ADO’s Contribution to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
No Poverty (SDG 1)
ADO empowers vulnerable communities by providing livelihood support and skill development opportunities. Its initiatives aim to reduce poverty and promote long-term economic self-reliance.
Good Health and Well-Being (SDG 3)
ADO works to improve community health through awareness programs and access to essential healthcare services. Special focus is given to women, children, and marginalized groups.
Quality Education (SDG 4)
ADO enhances educational access by running learning centers and supporting teacher training. The organization promotes inclusive education, ensuring opportunities for all children.
Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6)
ADO enhances educational access by running learning centers and supporting teacher training. The organization promotes inclusive education, ensuring opportunities for all children.
Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8)
ADO promotes employment through vocational training and entrepreneurship programs. These initiatives encourage decent work, fair wages, and sustainable economic growth.
Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG 9)
ADO supports community infrastructure and innovative development projects. Its efforts strengthen local industries and promote environmentally friendly technologies.
Shaping Lives to Foster a Resilient Society
Our Focus Areas - Thematic Sectors
Ongoing Projects
Creating sustainable impact through education, empowerment, and opportunity.
Quality Education – The Learning School System (TLS)
Established in 2005 under the supervision of ADO and funded by the Embassy of Japan, The Learning School System provides quality education to deprived and ultra-poor children of Layyah District.
Starting with just 75 students, TLS now educates over 900 students with a focus on international curriculum, teacher training, computer literacy, and co-curricular activities.
Prime Minister’s Interest-Free Loan Scheme (PM-IFL)
ADO implements the PM-IFL Scheme to provide interest-free microloans to men and women from poor and vulnerable households. The program promotes self-employment, entrepreneurship, and sustainable income generation, helping families rise out of poverty. Working under PPAF, ADO establishes local loan centers and provides enterprise training and counseling to strengthen microenterprises.
Our Stance
ADO opened debates, functions, and seminars to promote human and political rights with financial support from PPAF, SAP-PK, RDPI, Plan, Aurat Foundation, Solidar, TVO, UNDP, Oxfam, NEF, UNOPS, and IOM.
Vision
ADO envisions a democratic, peaceful, and prosperous society that ensures equal development opportunities for the marginalized.
Mission
ADO envisions a democratic, peaceful, and prosperous society that ensures equal development opportunities for the marginalized.
Objectives
- Organize and capacitate the poorest and disaster-affected communities to develop livelihood opportunities and community-based service infrastructure.
- Mobilize community support for democratic values, women’s rights, and women’s protection from violence and their participation in socio-political and economic fields.
Core Values
Responsibility
Integrity
Transparency
Innovation
Passion
Diversity
Accountability
Respect
Excellence
Teamwork
Transforming Lives
Get Involved Section (CTA)
“Be a part of our mission to bring positive change. Your support, whether through donations or volunteering, helps us reach more people and create a lasting impact. Together, we can make a difference.”
- FAQs
ADO is a community-focused, non-profit organization working to support vulnerable families across Pakistan. We focus on disaster response, education, health, livelihood support, and sustainable development initiatives that help communities grow stronger and more resilient.
During floods, ADO provides emergency relief including food supplies, clean water, temporary shelters, hygiene kits, repair tools, and medical support. We also help communities recover by rebuilding homes, restoring livelihoods, and offering disaster preparedness training in Punjab, Sindh, and other affected regions.
You can support ADO by donating, volunteering, or partnering with us. Every contribution helps us reach more flood-affected families, run community development projects, and continue our mission to uplift underprivileged communities in Pakistan.
