CDA is a national-level, youth-led organization committed to building an inclusive, peaceful, and empowered society through the leadership of young people. With a presence across 28 states of India and a dynamic network of over 2,000 youth volunteers, CDA empowers young people—especially those from marginalized and conflict-affected communities—to lead transformative social change.
We work to address critical challenges related to peacebuilding, gender equity, youth livelihoods, human rights, and digital inclusion. Guided by the values of innovation, quality, impact, and sustainability, CDA places youth at the heart of planning, decision-making, and implementation.
We believe in a simple but powerful idea:
“Community First, Youth Always.”aestu carentem habentia spectent tonitrua mutastis locavit liberioris.”
We work to address critical challenges related to peacebuilding, gender equity, youth livelihoods, human rights, and digital inclusion. Guided by the values of innovation, quality, impact, and sustainability, CDA places youth at the heart of planning, decision-making, and implementation.
We believe in a simple but powerful idea:
“Community First, Youth Always.”aestu carentem habentia spectent tonitrua mutastis locavit liberioris.”
Quick Stats
- 📍 Presence in 28 States
Grassroots programs in both rural and urban areas, including conflict-prone and excluded regions. - 🧒 2,000+ Youth Volunteers
50% of our volunteers are female, representing diverse cultures, faiths, and regions across India. - 🕊️ 3,980 Youth Trained (in the past 3 years)
In peacebuilding, conflict management, leadership, and livelihood skills. - 🌿 1,500 Indigenous Youth
Provided with livelihood alternatives to prevent recruitment into left-wing extremism. - 🌐 Global Collaborations
With UNESCO, WHO-Stop TB Partnership, IFAD, and other international institutions. - 🏆 2 International Awards
For innovation in indigenous climate resilience and youth-led TB prevention.
