Agence Francaise de Developpement

Agence Francaise de Developpement is a government agency based in Paris, France. Established in 1941, the agency acts to fight poverty and to favor development in the countries of the South and the Overseas. AFD finances and accompanies projects that improve living conditions for populations, support economic growth and protect the planet, schooling, maternal health, support for farmers and small businesses, water supply, and preservation of the rainforest. The assets of the agency are managed by the executive management team.