Afghan Development Association (ADA) founded on 31st October 1990. After establishment ADA had several consultations with various donors to obtain support to work inside Afghanistan rather than continue its activities for Afghan refugees in Pakistan.

A need assessment survey was conducted in 11 districts of Afghanistan in 1991. One-year plan for Integrated Rural Development project implemented successfully.

The year 1992 was the year of building capacities of ADA staff and maintaining good relations with the community and donors. A 3-year plan for Integrated Rural Development project was developed. Different donors on a partial basis supported this project. All the components of the project were implemented successfully.

In 1995 a comprehensive 5-year plan was developed. With the development of this plan ADA emphasized implementation of long-term professional plan. It was very timely for ADA to develop such long-term development projects through partners.