Centre for Peace and Development Initiatives (CPDI) is an independent, non-partisan and a not-for-profit civil society organization working on peace and development issues in Pakistan.
CPDI is registered Under Section 42 of the Companies Act 2017. It was established in September 2003 by a group of concerned citizens who realized that there was a need to approach the issues of peace and development in an integrated manner. It seeks to inform and influence public policies and civil society initiatives through research-based advocacy and capacity building in order to promote citizenship, build peace and achieve inclusive and sustainable development. Areas of special sectoral focus include Peace & Social Cohesion, Transparency & Accountability, Climate Change & Environment, Gender & Social Inclusion, Food & Health, Rule of Law and Democratic Development in the country.
Our Core Values
- Integrity: CPDI promotes an organizational culture that upholds the highest ethical standards in all its actions and engagements, ensures transparency, accountability, and builds trust between people and their institutions.
- Public Participation: CPDI believes in the meaningful and active participation of citizens in decision-making processes in all matters of governance.
- Equality: CPDI believes in removing access barriers to ensure equal rights and opportunities for all, irrespective of race, gender, sex, cast, ethnicity, religion, or socioeconomic status.
- Non-Discrimination: CPDI firmly believes in the principle of non-discrimination as a pathway towards a just and inclusive society.
- Environmental Sustainability: CPDI supports and adheres to the policies and practices that safeguard the environment for our future generations.
- Diversity and Inclusion: CPDI values diversity and inclusion as a cornerstone of its work, promoting understanding of diverse cultures, traditions, beliefs, and practices. While embracing this richness, CPDI remains steadfast in advocating for universal human rights, ensuring inclusivity and respect for all.Innovative Solutions: CPDI embraces creativity and adaptive solutions that address the ever-evolving social, economic, and environmental challenges of our time.
