HOPE International Development Agency
Cause Area
- Community
- Education & Literacy
- Hunger
- International
- Women
Location
214 Sixth StreetNew Westminster, British Columbia v3l 3a2Canada CanadaOrganization Information
Mission Statement
HOPE's mandate is to provide alternative technological and educational support to people in developing countries where environmental, economic, and/or social circumstances have interfered with the ability of local communities to sustain themselves by using traditional methods. Every project we do is initiated by requests from local representatives.
Description
HOPE believes that all people, regardless of their geographical setting, have basic rights and should be given the opportunity to achieve their God-given potential. Basic needs such as clean water, food, shelter, health, work, recreation, socio-economic independence, and basic education are seen by HOPE as being fundamental human rights upon which growth can occur. HOPE is dedicated to working alongside the poor, helping set up programs which enable the poor to cultivate their skills and knowledge, taking advantage of existing resources (when available) to develop self-reliant communities. With this in mind, the majority of HOPE's energies and resources are expended in favour of development rather than relief.