AED helps build a better future

AED is a nonprofit organization working globally to improve education, health, civil society and economic development--the foundation of thriving societies.

In collaboration with local and national partners, AED fosters sustainable results through practical, comprehensive approaches to social and economic challenges. AED implements more than 250 programs serving people in all 50 U.S. states and more than 150 countries.

History

Since its founding in 1961, AED has become one of the world’s foremost human and social development organizations. Putting people with a stake in the outcome at the center of the change process has been the core of our work throughout our history. In small villages and large cities around the world, AED builds local capacity to improve education, health care, leadership capabilities and economic opportunities.

Our Vision

AED envisions a world in which all individuals have the opportunity to reach their full potential and contribute to the well-being of their family, community, country, and world.

Our Mission

AED''s mission is to make a positive difference in people''s lives by working in partnership to create and implement innovative solutions to critical social and economic problems.

Our Core Values

PASSION
We are driven by personal commitment to making a positive difference in the world and in people’s lives, particularly for those who are underserved.

RESPECT
We value the cultures and people with whom we collaborate and the ideas and perspectives of all our employees.

RESULTS
We work in partnership with donors and beneficiaries to achieve measurable goals and deliver sustainable solutions that meet their development needs.

INTEGRITY
We strive for the highest ethical standards, transparency, and accountability in all aspects of our work as an independent organization free of political influence.

INNOVATION
We challenge ourselves to be creative, to listen, learn, readily adapt, and share knowledge in order to fuel aspirations and solve critical social problems.

DIVERSITY
We believe competency and experience with a range of cultures and sectors strengthens the impact of our work, and we value diversity in its broadest sense, including and going beyond race, ethnicity, gender.

EXCELLENCE
We ensure that quality informs all we do.