Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance is a non-profit making, non-sectarian and non- political humanitarian organization that was created in 1987 by a team of educated and experienced Afghan volunteers.

The aims were to provide emergency aid for war victims in the field, to assist with the rehabilitation of rural and urban life,and to work with communities for sustainable development in Afghanistan.
CHA has rethought on its vision, mission and strategies mid 2004 and has developed a five year Strategic Plan from 2006-2010. In the Strategic plan the mission and vision of the organization has clearly reflected.