INITIATIVE FOR PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT IPD LTD

Initiative for Peace and Development (IPD) is a registered not-for-profit organisation with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), dedicated to promoting peace, empowerment, and sustainable development across communities in Australia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Founded on the principles of compassion, equality, and justice, IPD works to improve the lives of vulnerable individuals—particularly youth, women, and children—through programs that foster healing, education, and opportunity. In Australia, IPD engages with African and Congolese youth through cultural, educational, and community-based initiatives. These programs aim to strengthen cultural identity, promote social inclusion, and provide safe spaces for expression through music, dance, sport, and leadership training.

IPD’s work also includes responding to community crises, offering trauma-informed healing programs such as the Rise Congo Youth Initiative, which supports young people affected by recent tragedies. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, IPD focuses on humanitarian aid, health support, education, women’s empowerment, and child protection. The organisation collaborates with local partners, health professionals, and international organisations to deliver emergency relief, combat gender-based violence, and build community resilience in conflict-affected areas.

Guided by strong safeguarding and governance frameworks, IPD ensures that all programs uphold the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. Through collaboration and compassion, Initiative for Peace and Development strives to create a world where peace, equality, and dignity are within everyone’s reach.

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