Our Objectives
WHAT WE DO
Culture & Heritage
To preserve, promote and share African cultures, traditions and heritage while encouraging cultural exchange and mutual understanding
Community Development
To support practical initiatives in education, health, youth empowerment, economic opportunity and other areas that improve community wellbeing.
Africa & Diaspora Connections
To strengthen cultural, educational and development links between Africa and the global African Diaspora
Recognition & Leadership
To recognise individuals and organisations whose service, leadership and achievements contribute to cultural preservation, community development and social progress.
Ubuntu & Human Rights Education
To promote Ubuntu, human rights, respect, inclusion, peace and the dignity of every person and community.
Youth & Innovation
To encourage young people through education, skills, digital innovation, entrepreneurship and opportunities that contribute to their communities and Africa's development.
Partnership & Collaboration
To work with governments, traditional and cultural institutions, civil society, academia, businesses, development partners and communities to increase the impact of shared initiatives.
Justice & Social Awareness
To promote awareness, dialogue and advocacy around human rights, historical injustice, cultural restoration and reparatory justice, within AIDO's role as a civil-society organisation.
Our Approach
AIDO believes that lasting development begins with people and communities. We combine African cultural values and indigenous knowledge with education, innovation, partnerships and practical community programmes.
Our guiding principle is Ubuntu:
“I am because we are.”
Our Strategic Goal
To strengthen communities, empower young people, preserve African heritage and build meaningful partnerships that contribute to “One Africa, One People, One Destiny.”
Our guiding principle is Ubuntu:
“I am because we are.”
Our Strategic Goal
To strengthen communities, empower young people, preserve African heritage and build meaningful partnerships that contribute to “One Africa, One People, One Destiny.”