About PPDI
Rooted in community. Built for the long term.
PPDI was founded by people from Mandera County who saw a need for collective action — and built an organization governed by the same communities it serves.
Who we are
A non-profit, non-political, community-based organization
Protection, Peace and Development Initiative (PPDI) is dedicated to promoting peace, protection, resilience, and sustainable development among vulnerable and marginalized communities.
PPDI was founded by community members who recognized the need for collective action on the social, economic, environmental, and humanitarian challenges facing Mandera County. Built on transparency, accountability, inclusiveness, and community participation, PPDI empowers local communities to become active agents of change.
Vision & mission
What we're working toward, and how we get there
Our Vision
A safe, peaceful, resilient, and prosperous community where every person is protected, empowered, and thriving.
Our Mission
To protect vulnerable communities, promote peaceful coexistence, strengthen resilience, and drive sustainable development through grassroots action, innovation, and community empowerment.
Our core values
The principles behind every program
Integrity
Honesty, transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in everything we do.
Compassion
Serving communities with empathy, dignity, and respect.
Justice
Advocating for human rights, fairness, and equal opportunity for all.
Collaboration
Building strong partnerships with communities, government, and partners.
Empowerment
Strengthening people's capacity to lead their own development.
Innovation
Embracing technology and local solutions to solve community challenges.
Strategic objectives
Ten commitments guiding our work
These objectives sit behind every program we run — from protection to climate adaptation.
Governance & structure
A democratic, participatory governance system
PPDI operates under a constitution that guides elected leadership, fixed terms, and clear lines of accountability from the Board down to program delivery.
Elected office bearers
A Board of Directors provides overall strategic leadership, oversight, and compliance across the organization.
Oversees Program Coordinators
Oversees HR, Finance, Admin & Logistics
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning
Become a PPDI member
Open to anyone 18 or older, of good character and sound mind, who meets PPDI's eligibility criteria. Members take part in decision-making, planning, and the delivery of community initiatives.
Our partners
Working together to maximize impact
Government
National & county institutions
Community Leaders
Local structures & elders
NGOs
National & international
UN Agencies
Multilateral partners
Donors
Development partners
Academia
Research institutions
Private Sector
Business & enterprise
Communities
The people we serve
Want to be part of this story?
Whether as a member, a partner, or a supporter — there's a place for you in PPDI's mission to protect, unite, and uplift the communities of Mandera County.