What We Do — PPDI Programs

What we do

Ten programs, one community-led mission

From protection and peacebuilding to climate resilience and youth development — every program PPDI runs is designed with, and delivered alongside, the communities of Mandera County.

01

Protection

PPDI implements comprehensive protection programs to safeguard vulnerable individuals and communities from violence, abuse, and exploitation.

What we do

Child protection and safeguarding initiatives
Prevention of and response to gender-based violence (GBV)
Protection of internally displaced persons (IDPs), refugees, and vulnerable households
Legal aid and rights awareness programs
Safe spaces for women, girls, and children
02

Peacebuilding and Social Cohesion

PPDI promotes sustainable peace and coexistence among diverse communities through dialogue, mediation, and grassroots leadership.

What we do

Community dialogue forums
Conflict mediation and reconciliation
Early warning and early response mechanisms
Youth peace ambassador initiatives
Community-driven peacebuilding programs
Strengthening social cohesion among diverse groups
03

Resilience Building

PPDI helps communities better withstand and recover from drought, conflict, and other shocks.

What we do

Disaster risk reduction initiatives
Community resilience planning
Drought preparedness and response
Recovery and rehabilitation programs
Community adaptation and coping strategies
04

Climate Change Adaptation and Environmental Conservation

PPDI promotes environmental sustainability across the communities it serves.

What we do

Tree planting and reforestation
Climate-smart agriculture
Environmental awareness campaigns
Natural resource management
Renewable and alternative energy promotion
Community climate adaptation projects
05

Sustainable Livelihoods and Economic Empowerment

PPDI works to improve household incomes and economic resilience through skills, savings, and enterprise.

What we do

Vocational and technical skills development
Entrepreneurship support and business incubation
Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs)
Financial literacy training
Income-generating activities (IGAs)
Agricultural and food security programs
06

Education and Youth Development

PPDI invests in education and youth empowerment to build a generation of capable, confident leaders.

What we do

Formal and non-formal education support
Scholarships for vulnerable learners
School retention and anti-dropout campaigns
Youth leadership and mentorship programs
Life skills and employability training
Digital literacy initiatives
07

Technology and Innovation

PPDI uses technology to strengthen community development and expand access to services.

What we do

Promoting digital inclusion
Supporting youth innovation initiatives
Leveraging technology for community engagement
Introducing innovative solutions to local development challenges
Enhancing access to information and communication technologies
08

Health and WASH

PPDI contributes to healthier communities through health, nutrition, and water and sanitation programs.

What we do

Maternal and child health programs
Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) interventions
Nutrition awareness and support
Disease prevention campaigns
HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention
Community health education
09

Human Rights and Advocacy

PPDI advances justice and accountability through education, advocacy, and civic empowerment.

What we do

Human rights education
Civic engagement and participation
Policy advocacy and reform
Promotion of gender equality
Monitoring and reporting rights violations
Empowerment of marginalized populations
10

Humanitarian Response and Emergency Assistance

PPDI responds to emergencies as they arise, delivering relief and supporting recovery.

What we do

Emergency relief distribution
Cash and voucher assistance
Shelter and non-food item support
Disaster preparedness and response
Recovery and resilience-building interventions

See where you can make a difference.

Every program above runs on community partnership and support. Get in touch to find the program that matches what you want to give.