ABOUT iACT
Community-led from the beginning.
iACT was built on the premise that humanitarian response is most successful and sustainable when created and implemented alongside the community itself.
2009
iACT is established as a 501(c)(3)
In its early days, iACT focused on advocacy and amplifying the voices of the Darfuri refugee community in Chad.
2013
iACT launches its core programs
Alongside the Darfuri refugee community in Chad, iACT co-created and launched our preschool and youth soccer programs
2026
iACT Today: Growth & Sustainability
245+ conflict-affected men and women are leading iACT programs for more than 5,000 children across 4 countries.
“[Gabriel] asked me, what are the three major things that are needed in the camps?...
We need education, and we need sport, we need justice.”
- Alfateh “Oumda” Younous Haroun, Program Coordinator, Chad
WHO WE ARE
Relationships are at the heart of everything we do.
iACT believes in a relationships-first, community-led approach to humanitarian action centered on equity, inclusion, long-term commitment, and adaptability.
We lead with trust, and work to shift power and ownership to those most affected by conflict and displacement.
OUR MISSION
To resource and partner with people affected by war and conflict, amplify their voices, and create opportunities for them to thrive.
OUR VISION
A world where the dignity, humanity, and agency of conflict-affected people are recognized, affirmed, and supported.
OUR PROGRAMS
Creating safe and joyful places for education and play.
iACT resources community-led programs that prioritize social-emotional wellbeing, play, learning, gender equity, and leadership development.
OUR VALUES
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Compassionate Humanitarian Response
as a practice of taking action grounded in love.
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Relationships First
as a practice of centering the people with whom we work in an atmosphere of mutuality and collaboration.
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Principled Use of Power
as a practice of recognizing existing power imbalances and making intentional shifts to create balance.
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Radical Hope
as a practice of always orienting toward hope to fuel, sustain, and resource us to continue the work.
AWARDS, ACCOLADES, & ACHIEVEMENTS
Recognized for community-led impact.
iACT’s work has been recognized by organizations and institutions that share our commitment to dignity, leadership, and lasting change in conflict-affected communities.
