The Asia Foundation
Fosters regional progress by addressing key challenges and promoting development across Asia and the Pacific through partnerships and targeted initiatives
About
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Headquarters
New Delhi, Delhi
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Since
1954
The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit organisation committed to improving lives and opportunities across Asia and the Pacific. With a focus on areas like Read more governance, women's empowerment, economic growth, and environmental action, the Foundation operates through a network of 18 country offices in the region. Supported by diverse funding sources, including development agencies and private entities, they provided substantial programme support and educational materials in 2022. Renowned for its dedication to regional development, The Asia Foundation collaborates with local stakeholders to navigate political landscapes and drive reforms. Through extensive networks, emerging leader support, and regional expertise, it plays a pivotal role in advancing social progress. Its efforts address crucial challenges such as inequality, conflicts, urbanization issues, violence against women, and civil society limitations, all of which could otherwise hinder the region's development.
Cause Area
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Programs
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Programme to Support Survivors of Gender Based Violence
StateIt conducts a multi-country research effort, led by its India office, focused on examining screening and aid provisions for survivors of trafficking and gender-based violence in Nepal, India, and Sri Lanka. The project aims to furnish government and non-government entities with both national and regional guidance. Furthermore, the organization backs vulnerability mapping in Jharkhand, a high-risk area for trafficking, to assist Government preventive strategies.
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India-U.S. Triangular Development Partnership Programme
Executing the India-U.S. Triangular Development Partnership (TriDeP), the organisation strengthens India's collaborative role in Indo-Pacific development alongside the U.S. Focused on disaster risk reduction, climate-resilient agriculture, and renewable energy, TriDeP forges partnerships with Governments, civil society, businesses, and academia in the region. Leveraging the Foundation's extensive Indo-Pacific experience and relationships, TriDeP transfers Indian innovations, advancing joint U.S.-India development efforts for regional prosperity.
Impact Metrics
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Digital Boos Provided to Help Children Develop Reading, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
Year-wise Metrics- 2020-21 7400
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Digital Books in Number of Languages
Year-wise Metrics- 2020-21 51
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
100+
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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FCRA
Not Available
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CSR Registration Number
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Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit