Action contre la Faim (ACF) is a French international humanitarian NGO founded in 1979 that fights hunger by preventing, detecting, and treating malnutrition worldwide. It provides emergency aid during conflicts and disasters, and also implements long-term development programs focused on nutrition, food security, health, water, sanitation, and hygiene. ACF is apolitical, non-religious, and non-profit, and operates in numerous countries to save lives and help vulnerable populations become more resilient.
Mission and activities
Core mission: To save lives by combating hunger, malnutrition, and related crises.
Emergency response: Provides immediate aid in times of conflict and natural disasters, focusing on providing basic needs like water, food, and healthcare.
Development assistance: Supports vulnerable populations in building sustainable food resources and income-generating activities.
Areas of expertise:
Nutrition and Health
Food Security and Livelihoods
Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)
Mental Health
Advocacy and awareness-raising
Organizational values and structure
Values: ACF is guided by international solidarity, non-discrimination, and a commitment to private, apolitical, and non-profit principles.
Structure: The organization has a headquarters in Paris with over 300 staff, and its field operations are conducted by professional teams in numerous countries.
Transparency: Publishes annual activity and financial reports to maintain transparency about its operations and resource management.