Justice. Compassion. Love
Serving communities across Asia
with love, purpose, and lasting impact.
Adventist Development and Relief Agency
The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is the global humanitarian arm of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Driven by our mission of Justice, Compassion, and Love, ADRA works in over 100 countries to bring lasting, sustainable change to communities in need. We serve all people—regardless of ethnicity, political affiliation, or religious association—helping them thrive through education, health, livelihoods, and emergency response.
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ADRA is transforming communities across Asia through four key impact areas. Guided by compassion, grounded in practical solutions—our work creates lasting change for those who need it most.
ARO
(Asia Regional Office)
The ADRA Network operates through nine regional or divisional offices worldwide, one of which is the Asia Regional Office (ARO). Serving as the humanitarian arm of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, ARO supports 17 country offices across Asia. These countries fall under three church divisions—Southern Asia-Pacific Division (SSD), Northern Asia-Pacific Division (NSD), and Southern Asia Division (SUD)—as well as the Chinese Union Mission (CHUM).
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Purpose and Role
ADRA Asia Regional Office (ARO) empowers 17 country offices with strategic guidance, technical expertise, and operational support. We work to strengthen governance, coordinate emergency response, and ensure the mission of Justice, Compassion, and Love is upheld across Asia through meaningful partnerships and leadership development.
Core Functions
- Strengthen governance & leadership
- Coordinate humanitarian responses
- Guide financial & administrative systems
- Support strategic planning & program quality
- Bridge church, donor, and global network relations
Media Hub
Media Hub is the go-to destination for ADRA Asia’s most compelling visibility materials—from storytelling videos and inspiring podcasts to downloadable tools and resources. Explore Now.
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Insights & Impact
Stay updated on ADRA’s work—impact stories that inspire change.
One Woman’s Voice, A Village Transformed
Ngon Simom, a police officer and mother of three, is helping lead change in her village through ADRA Cambodia’s TOGETHER Project. From gaining confidence to raising awareness about violence and drug use, she’s proving that empowered women can shape safer, stronger communities—one conversation and one commitment at a time.
He Stopped Drinking — What Followed Was Beautiful
For years, Bon Bo’s drinking tore his family apart. But after joining an awareness campaign led by ADRA Cambodia, he chose sobriety. Today, his home is filled with peace, respect, and love. This is the story of a father’s transformation—and a family’s journey back to wholeness.
One Donut at a Time: Ulfa’s Business Breakthrough
Ulfa Inang, a mother of two from Central Sulawesi, turned a struggling home bakery into a growing donut business after joining ADRA Indonesia’s REAF II training. With better techniques and boosted confidence, she now sells more, earns more, and dreams bigger — showing how small changes can lead to lasting impact.
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