Asian Aid Values and Beliefs

We believe in Jesus! We believe that he died and rose again. We acknowledge his command to take his love into all parts of the world. Following the example of God in Heaven, and accepting the gift of his son, we also seek to give.

We believe Jesus has a heart for the Poor. He was born to a humble family and became a refugee soon after. From a developing country, he dressed like a common man, lived simply and made time for the unlovely. He ate with unbelievers, taught in the fields, healed untouchables and sought out sinners. He was compassionate!

We believe in people. Encouraging the spiritual development of our own staff, we recognise that all humans are created equal in the eyes of God. Religion, ethnicity, culture and gender play no role in whom we assist and in our work we seek to empower the poor and build their capability.

We believe in good stewardship. Acknowledging that all funds donated to us belong to God, we will endeavour to be transparent, accountable and honest in all our dealings. We will be cost-effective in all that we do however recognise that a professional, well-resourced and well-informed staff is vital to good stewardship.

We believe in accountability and professionalism. Accountable to God first, we are also responsible to those we help, our many donors, the Australian government and the church. In all communications we commit to honestly representing our work. Our programs, annual reports and policies are available on request. We seek to network professionally, recognising that we can achieve more together.

We believe in service. All Asian Aid staff are 'fishers of men'. We are opposed to grinding poverty and social injustice. We condemn all that impoverishes children and denies their potential. Called to serve needy children and their families, we commit to sharing our resources with the poor.

We believe in the potential of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. As an independent, accredited ministry we seek to build the capacity of the church in developing countries to meet the needs of its communities.