Treatment with Hope: RHDO Rebuilds the Roof of Uruzgan Drug Addiction Treatment Center with Standard and Durable Concrete Work

Uruzgan Province – The Relief Humanitarian Development Organization (RHDO) has recently taken another important step toward improving the treatment environment for drug addicts by rebuilding the roof of the Uruzgan Drug Addiction Treatment Center. The project involved high-quality and durable concrete work over a roof area of 930 square meters with a thickness of 15 centimeters, ensuring a safe and suitable environment for patients under treatment. RHDO has always been at the forefront of serving vulnerable communities across Afghanistan. In this important initiative, the roof of the Drug Addiction Treatment Center, which had long required essential reinforcement and rehabilitation, was reconstructed through standardized, strong, and sustainable concrete work. This intervention not only created a safe, healthy, and reliable environment for patients, but also reflected RHDO’s ongoing commitment to providing services that are principled, innovative, and humanitarian in nature. Furthermore, RHDO, with a spirit of dedication and tireless effort, continues to implement projects that deliver long-term benefits, sustainable positive impacts, and genuine developmental value for the Afghan people. Looking toward the future, RHDO is determined to foster growth and improve the quality of life through creative, result-oriented, and inspiring initiatives. Once again, the Relief Humanitarian Development Organization has proven that it stands firmly with the people and is fully committed to driving constructive and lasting change for Afghanistan.

Solar Power Installed at 20-Bed DATC Center in Paktika

The Relief Humanitarian Development Organization (RHDO) has installed a solar power system at the 20-bed DATC Center in Paktika Province. This clean energy initiative ensures a reliable power supply, improves essential services for the local community, and supports sustainable development. RHDO remains committed to implementing innovative projects that provide long-term benefits to communities across Afghanistan

Installation of Solar Power System, Completion of Laundry Room, and Water Connection at Ghorian Addiction Treatment Hospital

The Relief Humanitarian Development Organization (RHDO), in line with its commitment to strengthening community health services and supporting the treatment of individuals affected by drug addiction, continues to advance its work in Ghorian District. Recently, RHDO completed several key improvements at the 20-bed Addiction Treatment Hospital. The facility is now fully powered by a solar energy system, a dedicated laundry room has been completed, and a clean water system has been connected to the hospital’s kitchen. These enhancements represent an important step in improving the quality of care, providing better facilities for patients, and supporting the overall rehabilitation process. RHDO remains committed to delivering sustainable and effective health services for individuals affected by drug addiction.

MCBP-SBCC Facilitator Refresher Training

RHDO recently conducted a refresher training for facilitators under the Maternal and Child Benefit Programme (MCBP), with the goal of enhancing effective community engagement through quality Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC). 🎯 Purpose The training aimed to strengthen field staff’s facilitation skills, technical knowledge, and interpersonal communication, focusing on maternal and child health, nutrition, and immunization in line with MoPH, WFP, and other partners’ guidelines. 👥 Participants 🧠 Methodology The training adopted a participatory and hands-on approach, including:

Dr. Faiz Mohammad Atif and Dr. Emal Mangal Lead Field Visits to Assess and Enhance Project Implementations in Western Afghanistan

Dr. Faiz Mohammad Atif, General Director of the Humanitarian Development Organization, along with Dr. Eimal Mangal, the organization’s Technical Affairs Officer, conducted project (OST) visits in Helmand, Farah, and Herat provinces. On April 20–21, 2025, Dr. Faiz Mohammad Atif and Dr. Emal Mangal held a coordination meeting with project office in Helmand province. The meeting emphasized service quality and achievements, addressed staff challenges, and implemented necessary actions and recommendations to resolve issues. Additionally, coordination meetings were held with officials from the UNICEF and Economy in Helmand province. On April 23, 2025, a field visit was conducted in Farah province to closely observe the project (DATC 80beds). Coordination meetings were also held with officials from the Departments of government, Public Health and Economy. Necessary measures were taken to improve work processes, and recommendations were provided to provincial project officials to ensure better implementation. Support was expressed for the services and activities carried out. During the same trip, a project visit was conducted in Herat province (DATC 20 beds) , and comprehensive support was provided to ensure effective implementation. Throughout the visit, employees who demonstrated dedication and strong performance in their duties were encouraged and awarded certificates of appreciation.

Paktika Mission Report 2025

Monitoring and Supervision Summary – WFP GFA Project, Paktika Province As per the monitoring and supervision plan, a scheduled field visit was conducted for the WFP General Food Assistance (GFA) and Bil and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) projects in Paktika province. The visit began with an introductory meeting with the project manager and staff, where the mission’s objectives were shared. The primary goal was to assess project implementation, identify gaps, and recommend corrective actions. While implementation in the field was proceeding as planned, major issues were noted regarding documentation—many records were incomplete or missing. Initial interaction with the GFA project manager was challenging due to lack of prior communication. However, after presenting official identification, the monitoring activities proceeded. A meeting was also held with the Third-Party Management (TPM) sub-office, where implementation and outcomes were discussed. While they expressed general satisfaction, they acknowledged documentation as a major weakness. Additionally, a key meeting with the Director of Public Health (PPHD) was conducted. The Director praised RHDO’s work and pledged full cooperation, emphasizing the need for timely communication of any issues. Mission Objectives: Coordination Outcomes:

Distribution of certificates to IMAM training recipients by TSFP coordinator.

During the annual evaluation and review meeting of the TSFP project, key achievements, challenges, and lessons learned were presented to stakeholders. The Deputy of Public HealthCare officer of Zabul appreciated the TSFP initiatives and underscored the critical need for enhanced coordination among nutrition stakeholders to optimize service delivery. Participants emphasized the importance of expanding joint supervision efforts to facilitate knowledge exchange, improve best practices, and strengthen the overall impact of nutrition interventions.

Provision of TSFP services to disabled child at health facility level.

recruitment, transportation resources, and budget allocations for staff training and supervision. Key decisions made during the review, including increasing joint supervisions, improving storage capacity, expanding the MAM program, and enhancing coordination with nutrition partners, are critical for further strengthening the program’s impact in 2025. By implementing these decisions, RHDO can continue to improve service delivery, ensuring that the most vulnerable populations in Zabul receive the necessary nutrition support. Looking ahead, RHDO remains committed to addressing the challenges identified and optimizing the effectiveness of the TSFP project through targeted interventions, robust monitoring, and continuous capacity building, all of which are crucial for enhancing the nutritional status of children and pregnant and lactating women in Zabul Province.

Conducting screening by TSFP by TSFP Assistant at OPD-MAM site.

In conclusion, the annual review meeting for the TSFP project in Zabul Province provided a comprehensive evaluation of the program’s performance during 2024, highlighting both its achievements and challenges. The project successfully met and exceeded several key targets, particularly in terms of treatment coverage and the distribution of specialized nutritious foods. Notably, the engagement of community stakeholders, the capacity building of staff, and the strengthened coordination with provincial nutrition partners were critical to achieving these outcomes. However, challenges such as human resource constraints, logistical difficulties in remote areas, and insufficient supervision resources were also identified. These issues were addressed with effective mitigation strategies, but additional support is required for continued success, particularly in terms of female staff recruitment, transportation resources, and budget allocations for staff training and supervision. Key decisions made during the review, including increasing joint supervisions, improving storage capacity, expanding the MAM program, and enhancing coordination with nutrition partners, are critical for further strengthening the program’s impact in 2025. By implementing these decisions, RHDO can continue to improve service delivery, ensuring that the most vulnerable populations in Zabul receive the necessary nutrition support. Looking ahead, RHDO remains committed to addressing the challenges identified and optimizing the effectiveness of the TSFP project through targeted interventions, robust monitoring, and continuous capacity building, all of which are crucial for enhancing the nutritional status of children and pregnant and lactating women in Zabul Province.

Night Time Supervision of a 50-Bed Infectious Disease Hospital in Balkh Province by Relief Humanitarian Development Organization

The Relief Humanitarian Development Organization, which oversees the implementation of healthcare services at a 50-bed infectious disease hospital in Balkh province, conducted nighttime supervision to ensure the smooth execution of operations. Dr. Eimal Mangal, the technical deputy from the central office, along with provincial head Dr. Azizullah Afzali, carried out the visit. They found that all the on-duty personnel were present at their posts, diligently providing healthcare services to those in need with full sincerity

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