New Horizon Association for Social Development (NHASD)

New Horizon Association for Social Development (NHASD) is an Egyptian-based non-governmental organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of the most marginalized and underdeveloped communities in Egypt. They work towards a better future for people; where a life of dignity based on the foundations of freedom, justice and peace is guaranteed.Their Mission is to empower the poor and neglected communities by building and advancing their capacities giving them the necessary tools and knowledge in order to participate and make their voice count in the political, economic and social sphere

Mission:

Socio-economic sustainable livelihood: secured access to food and water, an income, dignifying work conditions, and protection of their environment Fundamental social services: basic health care, education for all children and access to safe drinking waterParticipation: engaging the marginalized and poor in the political life of their society in order to ensure their voice influence decisions affecting their lives and attaining their civil and political rights NHASD works with local communities, government institutions and the business sector on developmental projects that focus on contributing to the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in Egypt. Through their capacity-building component, NHASD seeks to enhance poor people's skills so that they can find access into the market economy as well as integrate and participate in the political process of their country.