Center for Development Practice (CEDEP)
Building stronger nonprofits; Creating lasting impact!
About Us
We are a capacity-building institution dedicated to moving nonprofits from well-intentioned organizations to structured, fundable, and self-sustaining institutions.
Our Approach
• Virtual incubation
• Expert-led masterclasses
• Peer-to-peer collaborations
• Mentorship & coaching
Our Vision
A global ecosystem of self-sustaining nonprofits and practitioners that deliver sustainable impact and prioritize the dignity of beneficiaries.
Our Mission
Providing avenues for the professional development of nonprofit leaders through training and skills sharpening
Global Reach
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Our Philosophy
DIGNIFIED DEVELOPMENT
We believe development must honor the DIGNITY and AGENCY of the PEOPLE it serves.
Transparency & Accountability
We maintain openness to ensure resources are maximized and organizations stay answerable to their communities.
Sustainable Impact
We build lasting systems that generate enduring benefits long after initial programs conclude.
Ethical Leadership
We champion integrity, placing honesty, equity, and human well-being above bureaucracy.
Respect for Local Wisdom
We treat local knowledge and lived experience as primary assets, creating culturally relevant solutions.
WHY CEDEP
- We boast a Globally Relevant and Locally Applicable Curriculum
- Our Alumni get to enjoy deep-rooted Mentorship from seasoned Development Experts
- You have access to a vibrant Community of Practitioners
- We deliver Practical, Hands-on Learning
- Our Grants give Alumni with demonstrated impact access to funding and visibility opportunities
Be part of a Global Ecosystem of Development Practitioners committed to Ethical, Sustainable, and Dignity-Centered Impact.
Our Impact
CEDEP alumni are:
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Launching Sustainable Nonprofits across Africa and Beyond
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Strengthening Governance in their Organizations
3
Leading Community-Centered Development Initiatives
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Creating Measurable Social Impact across Africa and Beyond
Global Reach
Canada | Cameroun | Cote D’Ivoire | Ghana | India | Kenya | Malawi | Niger Republic | Nigeria | USA
Testimonials
CEDEP transformed the way I think about development. The focus on dignity changed everything.
ESSLIP gave me the structure and confidence to launch my organization.
I went back to the drawing board and reviewed my projects as a result of the new things i learnt
My leadership potentials were optimally harnessed towards the growth of my organization
Join Us
Join a community committed to Ethical, Sustainable, and Community-Centered Impact.
General enquiries: info@cedep-global.com
Programs: programs@cedep-global.com
Grants: grants@cedep-global.com
The Nonprofit Funding Dialogue: nfd@cedep-global.com