Our Mission
To build strong partnerships and networks with humanitarian and development organizations, governments, communities and other stakeholders to advance positive opportunities for young people and provide humanitarian assistance, protection and development support to marginalized and disadvantaged communities, including people affected by forced displacement, conflict, poverty and natural disasters.
Our Vision
A world in which vulnerable and crisis-affected people live with dignity, safety and opportunity, supported by strong communities and effective humanitarian partnerships. ARCS works to save lives, alleviate human suffering, reduce poverty and strengthen the resilience of vulnerable communities across Africa and beyond.
Our Focus
We place vulnerable and underserved communities at the centre of our work, with particular attention to women, girls, children, young people, refugees, internally displaced persons and communities affected by humanitarian crises.
Our Values
Reducing vulnerability and building resilient communities
ARCS combines long-term sustainable development with effective humanitarian response, addressing immediate needs while strengthening self-reliance.
Poverty Reduction & Social Justice
Expand access to essential services, livelihoods and social inclusion.
Emergency Response
Life-saving assistance, protection, recovery and preparedness.
Sustainable Development
Education, health, WASH, agriculture, food security and livelihoods.
Community Resilience
Help communities prepare for, adapt to and recover from crises and climate risks.
Integrated humanitarian and development action
Improve access to quality education through schools, learning materials, teacher support and inclusive educational opportunities.
Provide sustainable safe water, sanitation facilities and hygiene education.
Support vulnerable farming communities with inputs, tools, training and climate-resilient practices.
Assist refugees, IDPs, returnees and communities affected by conflict and disaster.
Strengthen access to medicines, equipment, prevention, outreach and community health services.
Promote entrepreneurship, vocational skills, financial literacy and sustainable livelihoods.
Strengthen awareness, protection, psychosocial support and referral pathways.
Integrate health education into adult literacy and community outreach.
Develop vocational, technical, digital, entrepreneurial and leadership skills.
Use sports and recreation to advance inclusion, peacebuilding and healthy living.
Provide education, food, healthcare, psychosocial and child-protection support.
Restore livelihoods, services, infrastructure, social cohesion and local capacity.
Support social and economic reintegration through vocational education, livelihoods and entrepreneurship.
Organizational Growth and Expansion
Since its establishment in 2020, ARCS has continued to develop its institutional presence, humanitarian networks and programme capacity across Africa. ARCS seeks to strengthen cooperation with humanitarian and development organizations, governments, civil society, communities and other stakeholders across Africa and internationally.
Humanitarian Aid and Emergency Response
ARCS is committed to supporting vulnerable and crisis-affected communities through humanitarian assistance, emergency preparedness, disaster response and early recovery. Priorities include food assistance, emergency shelter, healthcare, water and sanitation, protection and essential relief assistance.
Building Resilient Communities Through Sustainable Development and Global Partnerships
ARCS combines humanitarian response with programmes that strengthen community resilience, sustainable livelihoods and long-term development. Cooperation with governments, humanitarian organizations, foundations, civil society, private-sector partners and local communities helps strengthen coordination, mobilize resources, exchange knowledge and increase programme sustainability.
Digital Transformation, Transparency and Awareness
ARCS is strengthening its digital presence to improve communication, public awareness, accountability and engagement with communities, partners and supporters.