Mission and Values
The Asia Foundation believes in a peaceful, just and thriving Asia and Pacific.
Our mission: We work to solve the toughest social and economic challenges in Asia and the Pacific.
We apply our core values to every aspect of our work and every partnership we build.
Trust and Partnership
Addressing complex challenges requires partnerships anchored in trust and collaboration.
Respect for Context
Solutions are more effective and enduring when they are driven by the needs and aspirations of those most directly affected and are in tune with the dynamics in their societies.
Dignity
Ensuring people are treated with respect and fairness is paramount in all that we do.
Accountability and Integrity
Being accountable to our partners, to the societies where we work, to each other, and to our financial supporters demands that we adhere to ethical standards, ensure quality of our work, and prudently manage the resources entrusted to us.
Agility, Innovation and Perseverance
Continuous learning, adaptation, and informed creativity fosters responsive and bold ideas. Solving the toughest challenges requires long-term investments of action and energy.
Intellectual Rigor
Open-mindedness and analytical rigor ensure we stay focused on achieving real impact
Support The Asia Foundation
Asia and the Pacific are the fastest-growing and most dynamic regions in the world. What happens in Asia and the Pacific impacts the entire globe. There is an urgent need to support positive change during this time of mounting development challenges and global disruption.