Isnad Organization for Development & Construction (Isnad) is a Sudan-based, national, non-governmental, non-profit, non-political, and non-religious organization. Since its establishment, Isnad has been at the forefront of addressing humanitarian crises and promoting sustainable development across Sudan.
Driven by its principles of humanity, neutrality, accountability, inclusivity, and sustainability, the organization is committed to alleviating suffering, improving living standards, and building resilience among vulnerable populations. By integrating innovative approaches and community participation into its programs, Isnad ensures both immediate relief and sustainable impact.
Vision
An extended hand to every needy person, a help to every distressed person, and a relief to every afflicted person.
Mission
To improve the lives of the most vulnerable individuals and communities by providing equitable access to quality healthcare, education, and nutritious food, to empower them to break the cycle of poverty and build a healthier, more sustainable future.
Mandate
The organization’s mandate would address the basic needs of the most vulnerable populations affected by disasters, impoverished families, refugees, women, children, and other at-risk groups. ensuring access to essential services such as health, education, and food, with a focus on improving the overall well-being, empowerment, and sustainable development of these populations.
Isnad focuses its efforts on serving the most vulnerable and marginalized populations, including:
- Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs): Addressing immediate needs and facilitating reintegration.
- Refugees and Immigrants: Assisting with reintegration and access to basic services.
- Women and Children: Providing maternal health support, nutritional aid, and educational opportunities.
- At-Risk Youth: Offering skills training to promote self-reliance and prevent exploitation.
- Host Communities: Mitigating the impact of displacement and promoting peaceful coexistence.
- Deliver immediate and effective humanitarian aid during crises.
- Enhance the quality of life for communities by addressing health, education, and economic challenges.
- Align programs with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to ensure global relevance and impact.
- Foster peaceful coexistence through conflict resolution and community-building activities.
- Integrate environmental conservation into development programs to mitigate climate change effects.
- Strengthen community resilience and independence through capacity-building initiatives.
Core Principles:
- Humanity: Ensuring dignity and respect for all beneficiaries.
- Neutrality: Maintaining impartiality in all activities.
- Accountability: Demonstrating transparency to donors, partners, and beneficiaries.
- Inclusivity: Ensuring no one is left behind in the pursuit of development.
- Sustainability: Designing programs with a long-term vision for impact.
Core Values:
- Compassion: Serving communities with empathy and care.
- Integrity: Upholding ethical practices in all operations.
- Collaboration: Building synergies with stakeholders to maximize outcomes.
- Innovation: Leveraging technology and creative solutions to tackle complex challenges.
- Resilience: Equipping communities to face adversity with confidence.
- Respect: Valuing diversity and cultural heritage.
Isnad prides itself on its highly skilled and dedicated team of professionals, supported by a network of grassroots volunteers. The organization includes:
- Program Managers overseeing health, education, nutrition, and emergency response initiatives.
- A robust administrative and financial team ensuring efficiency and compliance.
- 35 grassroots mobilizers and 50 volunteers/social workers, enabling direct community engagement.
- A leadership team focused on strategic growth, governance, and partnerships.
- Infrastructure Development: Equipped operational offices with state-of-the-art technology to enhance program delivery.
- Partnerships: Forged collaborations with UN agencies, international NGOs, and government ministries.
- Policy Implementation: Established comprehensive finance, HR, and program management policies.
- Community Engagement: Developed trust-based relationships with local communities to enhance program relevance and impact.
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Designed robust systems to ensure transparency, accountability, and measurable results.
- Strengthen organizational capacity and streamline monitoring systems to enhance program quality.
- Expand partnerships with international stakeholders to increase funding and program reach.
- Advocate for humanitarian policies that align with global best practices.
- Secure diversified and sustainable funding streams to ensure long-term stability.
- Enhance disaster preparedness and risk mitigation strategies to respond to future crises effectively.
Isnad collaborates with a diverse range of partners to maximize its impact:
- Government Ministries: Including Health, Education, Social Welfare, and Water, to ensure alignment with national priorities.
- UN Agencies and International Organizations: Partnering on large-scale humanitarian and development programs.
- Community Leaders and Local NGOs: Building grassroots partnerships to understand and address local needs.
