Our Story

AFDC was formally incorporated as a legal entity on 19 November 2019. Since its inception, the organization has demonstrated significant growth, expanding its portfolio of services, projects, and clients in a relatively short period, indicating a strong understanding of the sector's needs and a credible delivery model.

AFDC's credibility is built on several key pillars:

• Diverse Clientele: Their client list includes grassroots NGOs, national-level organizations, and partners of international development agencies. This diversity showcases their adaptability and the broad appeal of their services.

• Experienced Team: The organization is powered by a team of development professionals with multidisciplinary backgrounds in social work, public health, economics, and management, bringing a wealth of theoretical knowledge and practical field experience.

• Methodological Soundness: AFDC emphasizes a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative statistical analysis with qualitative insights to provide a holistic and nuanced understanding of project impact.

• Professional Online Presence (afdc.in): The organization’s website, afdc.in, serves as a testament to its professionalism. It is well-structured, informative, and clearly outlines their services, approach, and thematic expertise. It acts as a crucial resource for potential partners and reflects the organization's commitment to transparency and communication.

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Our Core Values

Rigor: Employing robust, technically sound, and contextually appropriate methodologies in all assignments.

Integrity: Upholding the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency, and maintaining objectivity in all findings and recommendations.

Participation: Believing in a collaborative approach, engaging stakeholders at all levels to ensure relevance and ownership of outcomes.

Empowerment: Focusing on building the internal capacity of partner organizations, leaving them stronger and more self-sufficient.

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Our Mission & Vision

Mission: To strengthen the development community by providing state-of-the-art services in capacity building, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), research, and documentation. AFDC aims to be a catalyst for positive change by equipping organizations with the tools and insights needed to achieve their goals efficiently and sustainably.

Vision: To be a leading and trusted partner for development organizations across India and South Asia, renowned for its commitment to quality, integrity, and fostering a culture of learning and evidence-based decision-making in the social sector.

Core Services and Expertise

Capacity Building and Training: This is a cornerstone of AFDC's work. AFDC design and deliver customized training modules for development professionals, using its own practice experience as a project management and monitoring and evaluation agency. Key areas include:

• Project Cycle Management (PCM)

• Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL)

• Results-Based Management (RBM)

• Logical Framework Analysis (LFA)

• Proposal Writing and Resource Mobilization

• Social Audit and Participatory Methodologies

• Data Management and Analysis using tools like SPSS, KoboToolbox, and NVivo.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E): AFDC offers a comprehensive suite of M&E services designed to help organizations track progress, measure impact, and make informed decisions.

• Baseline Studies: Establishing the initial conditions against which future changes can be measured.

• Mid-Term Reviews/Evaluations: Assessing project progress and making course corrections.

• End-line/Final Evaluations: Measuring the overall achievement of project objectives and outcomes.

• Impact Assessment Studies: Determining the long-term, sustainable changes brought about by an intervention.

• Third-Party Monitoring: Providing independent oversight for donors and implementing agencies to ensure accountability.

Research and Documentation: AFDC conducts needs-based and thematic research to inform program design and policy advocacy.

• Needs Assessment and Feasibility Studies: Identifying community needs and assessing the viability of proposed projects.

• Thematic Research: Conducting deep-dive studies in areas such as public health, education, livelihoods, water and sanitation (WASH), and gender equality.

• Documentation: Professionally documenting best practices, success stories, and case studies for learning and dissemination.

  4. Projects, Program Achievements, and Thematic Focus- Since 2019, AFDC has successfully executed a diverse range of projects across India. While specific project details are proprietary to their clients, their public profile indicates expertise and achievements in the following thematic areas:

• Public Health & Nutrition: Conducted evaluations of maternal and child health programs, assessed the effectiveness of community health worker initiatives, and performed baseline studies for nutrition-focused interventions.

• Education: Evaluated remedial education programs for underprivileged children, assessed the impact of digital learning initiatives, and provided capacity building for teachers and school management committees.

• Livelihoods and Skill Development: Carried out impact assessments for vocational training programs, studied the sustainability of women-led micro-enterprises, and provided M&E support to agricultural development projects.

• Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH): Conducted studies on the behavioral change components of sanitation campaigns and evaluated the functionality and community management of water infrastructure projects.

• Gender and Social Inclusion: Undertaken evaluations of women's empowerment projects, researched issues of gender-based violence, and trained organizations on mainstreaming gender in their programs.

Key Achievement: A major achievement for a young organization like AFDC is its ability to secure projects from a mix of reputed national and international NGOs, demonstrating rapid trust-building and a reputation for quality delivery within the competitive development consulting space.

Projects, Program Achievements, and Thematic Focus

Since 2019, AFDC has successfully executed a diverse range of projects across India. While specific project details are proprietary to their clients, their public profile indicates expertise and achievements in the following thematic areas:

• Public Health & Nutrition: Conducted evaluations of maternal and child health programs, assessed the effectiveness of community health worker initiatives, and performed baseline studies for nutrition-focused interventions.

• Education: Evaluated remedial education programs for underprivileged children, assessed the impact of digital learning initiatives, and provided capacity building for teachers and school management committees.

• Livelihoods and Skill Development: Carried out impact assessments for vocational training programs, studied the sustainability of women-led micro-enterprises, and provided M&E support to agricultural development projects.

• Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH): Conducted studies on the behavioral change components of sanitation campaigns and evaluated the functionality and community management of water infrastructure projects.

• Gender and Social Inclusion: Undertaken evaluations of women's empowerment projects, researched issues of gender-based violence, and trained organizations on mainstreaming gender in their programs.

Key Achievement: A major achievement for a young organization like AFDC is its ability to secure projects from a mix of reputed national and international NGOs, demonstrating rapid trust-building and a reputation for quality delivery within the competitive development consulting space.

AFDC Director- Sachi Satapathy

Sachi Satapathy is a distinguished international development leader with over 19 years of experience directing high-impact initiatives in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL), project management, and strategic fundraising. Proven success in spearheading 47 projects across 27 countries, building strategic partnerships with UN agencies, INGOs, and government bodies. A dedicated trainer and mentor, having built the capacity of over 450 professionals and 45 organizations globally, with a focus on empowering marginalized communities and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Global Training & Capacity Building Leadership

Expert in designing and delivering globally recognized training programs that equip professionals with the skills to lead impactful humanitarian and development initiatives.

• Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL): Trained over 130 professionals from 25 NGOs, strengthening organizational MEAL systems for enhanced accountability.

• Project Management: Equipped 300+ professionals from over 20 organizations with advanced project management skills for effective program implementation.

• Strategic Fundraising & Proposal Development: Empowered professionals globally to secure multi-million-dollar funding for impactful programs.

• Youth & Women Leadership: Directed the AFDC Youth Ambassador Program for young leaders worldwide and spearheaded the Young Women Humanitarian Leadership Project for women from Muslim countries, fostering a new generation of development leaders.

Core Competencies

• Monitoring, Evaluation, & Learning (MEAL): Designing robust frameworks, leading large-scale evaluations, data analysis for donor reporting and policy advocacy.

• Project Management: Managing complex, multi-country projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and strategic alignment.

• Strategic Fundraising: Securing multi-million-dollar funding from governments, multilateral agencies, and foundations through tailored proposal development.

• Capacity Building & Training: Designing and delivering high-impact training to professionals and organizations on MEAL, project management, and fundraising.

• Technical Support & Advisory: Providing strategic guidance to international agencies to align with global development goals and local priorities.

• Large-Scale Studies & Analysis: Leading mixed-methods research, baseline surveys, and impact evaluations to drive evidence-based decision-making.

Global Reach

• Countries Worked In (27): India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Philippines, Afghanistan, Gaza, Lebanon, DRC, PNG, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Maldives, South Africa, and countries across East Africa, West Africa, and South Asia.

• Key Organizations Worked With: Global Campaign for Education (GCE), South Africa, GIZ, Germany, NOMI Network,USA/India , ICMC, Geneva, USAID, UNICEF Middle East, American Leprosy Mission, USA, WHO, World Vision, Netherlands/Myanmar, SAARC, The International Union Against TB and lung Diseases (The Union), ChildFund, USA/India UNFPA, India, The World Bank, USA

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The AFDC Advantage

For organizations in the development community, partnering with AFDC offers several distinct advantages:

• Contextual Understanding: As an Indian agency, they possess a deep, nuanced understanding of the local socio-cultural and administrative landscape.

• Client-Centric Customization: AFDC is known for tailoring its services to the specific needs, budget, and scope of its clients, avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach.

• Actionable Recommendations: Their evaluation and research reports go beyond mere findings to provide practical, actionable recommendations that help organizations improve their future programming.

• End-to-End Partner: From training staff on project design to conducting the final impact assessment, AFDC can serve as a comprehensive support partner throughout the project lifecycle.

AF Development Care (AFDC) has successfully positioned itself as a credible and competent agency in the Indian development ecosystem. In the years since its establishment in 2019, it has built a strong foundation through quality work, strategic service offerings, and a clear commitment to empowering the very community it serves.

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