ACDEO’s economic empowerment work is based on the belief that creating employment is a critical pathway to building resilient communities.

Economic Empowerment

ACDEO’s economic empowerment work is based on the belief that creating employment is a critical pathway to building resilient communities.
Our work is based on finding sustainable, enterprise-oriented solutions, helping small producers and other entrepreneurs build businesses that transform their communities, create quality jobs, and increase productivity, market opportunities, and incomes. To do so, we conduct research to identify market and skill gaps and requirements, and provide tailored training and technical assistance.
ACDEO is a founding member of the Aayenda Jewellery Cooperative, comprising 33 artisans working together to enhance product quality through training, equipment provision, support for product design, and identifying market opportunities.

What We Have Done

Supported sales of Aayenda Jewellery in the US and UK through a partnership with Future Brilliance.

ACDEO's past work included, providing training to SMEs on Marketing, advising Afghan businesses on strategy, and work with social enterprises to build their capacity.

Supported the involvement of international designers in the design and making of rugs for the UK market.