Mission Statement

Aidlink exists to improve the lives of those living in poverty in the Third World.

Aidlink's mission is inspired by a philosophy which recognizes the dignity of the individual person, and each person having the right, the duty and the means of self and community development. Aidlink's approach to development is based on the interlocking and complementary concepts of building indigenous capacity and working in partnership.

Our mission is put into practice though our operational mode of:

• Supporting suitable partners in Third World countries - missionaries, community groups and local NGO's - who are involved in suitable projects.
• Accessing and distributing funds to these projects that are generally small community developmental in nature, and are likely to become self-sufficient and have a long term impact.
• Empowering and building capacities so that local people can operate, manage and control their own community projects.
• Giving priority to projects that focus on basic needs such as primary health care, education, water and sanitation, AIDS and the care of street children
• Fostering Development Education in Ireland by promoting an understanding of the causes of poverty and inequality in the world.