About us

Founded in 1994, CDRN has been a rusted name in community development and in various socio-economic development programmes for over 30 years.

Community Development Resource Network (CDRN) is an independent, indigenous, national non-profit non-governmental organization founded by a network of development professionals comprising of both local and international experts working together to deliver a wide range of quality professional services in Uganda by supporting community development work through participatory development techniques and assisting organizations involved in such work to be more effective in meeting their mandates.

Vision
Mission
Philosophy

We look forward to: ‘A well governed and just society where all women, men and children live in dignity and harmony.

To contribute to the growth of a vibrant and self-determined civil society (NGOs, CBOs, FBI, PSI and individuals) that defend the rights of the poor and marginalised and promotes peace, justice, democracy and social equity. Our key organisation niche is provision of organisation development support to organisations, research, reviews and evaluations, and advocacy.

Peace and Security for all Ugandans (physical, social, political and psychological);
Social justice (equity in resource distribution and equality before the law);
Gender equity and equality; Integrity (adherence to agreed principles); and
Sustainable development (using resources in a manner that will benefit present and future generations adequately).
Attainment of self-reliance