About OPAD
The Organization for Poverty Alleviation and Development (OPAD) is an international humanitarian and development NGO dedicated to empowering communities, reducing poverty, and promoting sustainable development through education, climate action, health, and humanitarian programmes.
Our Mission
OPAD's mission is to eradicate poverty and empower vulnerable communities through sustainable development, climate action, education, and humanitarian support worldwide.
Creating lasting impact through community-driven solutions and global partnerships.
Our Vision
A world where every person has access to education, healthcare, economic opportunities, and a safe environment to thrive.
Building a future where no one is left behind.
Our Values
These core principles guide everything we do at OPAD.
Compassion
We act with empathy and care for every individual we serve.
Inclusion
We embrace diversity and ensure no one is left behind.
Excellence
We strive for the highest standards in all our work.
Transparency
We operate with openness and accountability.
Our Journey
Key milestones in our mission to create lasting change.
Foundation
OPAD was established with a vision to alleviate poverty globally.
First African Office
Expanded operations to East Africa, reaching thousands.
UN Partnership
Became a recognized partner of the United Nations.
Global Impact
Reached 50,000+ beneficiaries across 15 countries.
Sustainability Focus
Launched major climate action initiatives.
Governance & Leadership
OPAD is governed by a dedicated Board of Directors comprising experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds including international development, finance, law, and academia. Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in humanitarian work.
Recognized at the highest international levels
OPAD holds UN ECOSOC Consultative Status, is a member of the UN Global Compact and the Global Nutrition Cluster, and is registered in the EU Transparency Register (ID: 026269897821-30) — collaborating actively with UNDP, UNHCR, FAO, OHCHR, UNODC, UNFCCC, and the Adaptation Fund.
See full institutional engagementECOSOC Consultative Status
Transparency Register
Global Compact Member
Partners & Strategic Alliances
We collaborate with municipalities, NGOs, and international organizations across Europe and beyond to maximize our impact.
Municipal Partners
Freguesia de Buarcos
Portugal
Municipality of Héhalom
Hungary
Municipality of Safi
Malta
Municipality of Rezekne
Latvia
Municipality of Suhindol
Bulgaria
Municipality of Lwowek Slaski
Poland
Municipality of Curtea de Arges
Romania
Municipality of Klanjec
Croatia
Municipality of Busince
Slovakia
NGO & Organizational Partners
One Terrene International Group
Cyprus
OPAD Finland
Finland
C.E.P.H.I.
Italy
Association pour le Soutien à la Citoyenneté Européenne
France
Asociación Xuvenil Vrenza
Spain
International & Academic Partners
Harbour Education
United Kingdom
Academic & Education Partner
Across 12 European countries
Local government partnerships
Erasmus+ programmes