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Portugal
The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) Portugal was established 35 years ago to foster social cohesion in communities shaped by migration. Today, AKF Portugal is perhaps the only institution in the country that addresses development challenges across the human life cycle, from early childhood development to senior wellbeing. The goal is to improve quality of life by strengthening social, cultural and economic inclusion to foster a pluralistic society with a cosmopolitan ethic that benefits everybody. (See video: The work of the Aga Khan Foundation in Portugal).
8,000
The Aga Khan Foundation’s social inclusion programmes in Portugal help more than 8,000 people address challenges commonly faced by poor immigrant communities.
4,500
In urban peripheries of Portugal, the Aga Khan Foundation helps provide quality learning opportunities to more than 4,500 young children ages 0-8.
14,000
The Aga Khan Foundation’s Urban Community Support Programme has supported in recent years more than 14,000 people in Portugal, to secure better and long-term employment.