Monthly Archives: March 2024

Celebrating 40 Years of ADRA – Jean’s Story

To mark our 40 year anniversary, we wanted to hear from some of our staff and showcase a significant experience or memory they have from their time at ADRA. Today’s story comes from Jean Tiran, Chief Financial Officer (pictured below on a project visit in Zimbabwe). In August 2020, Jean […]

ADRA granted 5-year DFAT re-accreditation status

ADRA Australia has been granted full accreditation from the Australian Government for another five years. The accreditation, through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), means ADRA is eligible to receive annual government funding for development projects. The accreditation process is lengthy and rigorous, designed to ensure NGOs are […]

ADRA Women Leaders Inspire Inclusion

ADRA is honoring International Women’s Day (March 8) and National Women’s History Month by spotlighting the amazing stories of the mission’s female leaders. The United Nations designated the 2024 Women’s theme as the year to “inspire inclusion and invest in women’s progress.” For over 40 years, ADRA women have made […]

Women’s Empowerment in Nepal – Purna’s Story

“I had to experience every day that it is difficult for a woman to lead in my village.” Purna lives in rural Nepal where she runs her own small business growing and selling vegetables. Her husband migrates for work, leaving Purna to care for her children and the household on […]