Community Development
We provide holistic community development initiatives that empower communities to identify their priorities, take ownership of local solutions, and lead sustainable change. Our approach ensures that development is community-driven, participatory, and accountable, engaging local leaders, youth, women, and marginalized groups. Our initiatives guide communities in developing Community Action Plans (CAPs)—structured strategies that outline local development priorities, resource needs, and actionable steps. These CAPs are shared with donors, government agencies, NGOs, and other development partners, ensuring coordinated support, funding, and policy alignment. Through capacity-building, participatory planning, and facilitation of community governance structures, we promote inclusive leadership, social cohesion, and self-reliance. Our work spans health, education, livelihoods, infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and peacebuilding—integrating these into locally-owned strategies that drive long-term change.
Core Activities
Community Needs Assessment
Participatory diagnostics to identify priorities, strengths, and gaps.
Community Action Plan (CAP) Development
Facilitating participatory planning sessions to produce CAPs with clear goals, activities, indicators, and timelines.
Capacity-Building for Community Leadership
Training local leaders, committees, and youth groups to implement CAPs and mobilize resources.
Inclusive Governance Structures
Establishing committees and forums that promote accountability, transparency, and participation from all community groups.
Linkage to Donors & Agencies
Sharing CAPs with donors, government agencies, and NGOs to attract support and funding for community-led projects.
Monitoring & Support
Guiding communities through implementation of CAPs, documenting outcomes, and adapting strategies for maximum impact.
Cross-Sector Integration
Integrating health, education, livelihoods, environmental action, and peacebuilding into community-led plans.
Impact Stories
"Community youth committees trained by KIID implemented a CAP project establishing a small-scale market garden, improving local food security and generating income."
"A rural community in Edo State developed a CAP with KIID's facilitation, leading to donor-supported construction of a new borehole, improved school supplies, and a women's vocational training center."
"Women's groups in a CAP project secured micro-grants for small businesses, increasing household incomes and fostering gender-inclusive decision-making."
Partners & Support Opportunities
Sponsor CAP Workshops
Support planning sessions for communities
Fund CAP Projects
Support community-prioritized initiatives
Provide Technical Expertise
Mentorship for local committees
Donate Resources
Materials, tools for community initiatives
Support monitoring and evaluation of CAP implementation to ensure sustainable community development.
