The Centre for Development Practice (CEDEP)
We are a capacity-building institution headquartered in the United States of America and dedicated to strengthening the global development ecosystem by equipping nonprofit leaders with the knowledge, skills, and community needed to create sustainable, dignity-centered impact.
Through training, incubation, mentorship, and funding opportunities, we catalyze emerging and established practitioners to build organizations that honor the dignity of the communities they serve.
Our Philosophy: “Dignified Development”
We believe development must honor the humanity and agency of the people it serves. Therefore, CEDEP promotes:
- Community-Driven Solutions
- Sustainable, Long-Term Impact
- Ethical Leadership
- Transparency & Accountability
- Respect for Local Knowledge
- Validating Lived Experience
Our Approach
- Virtual and In-Person Learning
- Expert-Led Masterclasses
- Peer-to-Peer Collaboration
- Mentorship and Coaching
- Practical Assignments and
- Real-World Application
Our Vision
A Global Ecosystem of Development Practitioners and Organizations that Deliver Sustainable Impact while Prioritizing the Dignity of their Beneficiaries.
Our Mission
Providing Avenues for In-Depth Training, Upskilling, Professional Development and Community for Emerging and Established Nonprofit Leaders, with an overriding focus on Dignified Development.
Why Us?
Be part of a Global Ecosystem of Development Practitioners committed to Ethical, Sustainable, and Dignity-Centered Impact.
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 Development Practitioners
We deliver Practical, Hands-on Learning
Our impact
CEDEP Alumni are:
Launching Sustainable Nonprofits across Africa.
Strengthening Governance in their Organizations.
Leading Community-Centered development Initiatives.
Creating Measurable Social Impact across Africa and beyond.
Our Values
Dignity
Integrity
Collaboration
Innovation
Sustainability
Global Reach
500+ participants; 12 Countries
Belgium | Canada | Cameroun | Cote D’Ivoire Ghana | India | Kenya | Malawi | Niger Republic | Nigeria | UK | USA
100+ Alumni
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
