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People first
People and communities remain at the center of the decisions that affect their lives.
About CCPID
People at the center of change.
The Center for Care, Peace and International Development works to create pathways toward peace, wellbeing, inclusion and sustainable opportunity.
Our perspective
Sustainable development begins with people, communities and the relationships that connect them.
Who we are
Creating space for people to participate, contribute and thrive.
The Center for Care, Peace and International Development (CCPID) is focused on practical approaches to community development, peacebuilding, inclusion and human wellbeing.
Our work is grounded in listening, collaboration and locally relevant action. We seek to understand the realities communities face and work alongside people to develop meaningful responses.
What guides us
Principles behind the work.
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Local ownership
Sustainable progress is strengthened when local voices, knowledge and leadership shape solutions.
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Inclusion
We value participation and seek to create space for people whose perspectives are often overlooked.
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Collaboration
We believe lasting development is strengthened by working across communities, institutions and sectors.
Our approach
Listen. Understand. Act.
Our approach is designed around understanding context, working with people and turning ideas into practical action.
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Listen deeply
We begin by listening to communities, understanding their experiences and identifying priorities together.
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Build together
We bring people and ideas together to develop approaches that are practical, inclusive and relevant.
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Create lasting value
We focus on approaches that can strengthen local capacity and contribute to longer-term community wellbeing.
Why we exist