Communities thriving with dignity and resilience.
ZARDD brings faith, research and action together to advance health, education, justice and sustainable development for vulnerable communities.
Development rooted in faith, evidence and local ownership.
ZARDD is the social development arm of the Catholic Diocese of Zomba. We coordinate development, humanitarian, health, education, justice, peace and research initiatives that improve the well-being of vulnerable communities.
More about ZARDD →Specialist expertise, joined-up action.
CADECOM
Food security, sustainable livelihoods, climate resilience and emergency response.
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Health Commission
Equitable health services, prevention, nutrition and stronger community systems.
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Education Commission
Inclusive, quality education that equips children and young people to flourish.
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CCJP
Human rights, good governance, peacebuilding and citizen participation.
Learn more →Progress is strongest when communities lead it.
We work alongside government, traditional and faith leaders, civil society, development partners, community structures and the private sector.
- Community participation and accountability
- Inclusion, gender equality and human dignity
- Research, monitoring and evidence-led learning
- Capacity building and stronger local institutions
Connected challenges need integrated solutions.
Stories, learning and news from our work.
Local leadership is at the heart of lasting change.
Explore ZARDD updates →Follow programme developments, partnership stories, research and learning from communities across the Diocese of Zomba.
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