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Welcome to
YOUTH INITIATIVE FOR
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (YICOD)

YICOD (Youth Initiative for Community Development) is registered with a host of esteemed regulatory bodies.

ABOUT US
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YICOD Provides Solutions
Through Collaboration.

We are committed to ensuring that no one is left behind in the journey towards progress and empowerment.

OUR SERVICES
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Mission Driven Organization.

Serving as a catalyst for community change through effective partnerships, strategic networking, program management, and the establishment of sustainable social enterprises.

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WHO WE ARE

YOUTH INITIATIVE FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (YICOD)

We are a dynamic and impactful youth-led Non-Governmental Organization headquartered in Malawi, dedicated to creating positive change to children, adolescent girls and young women, young people and women through community-driven initiatives. YICOD (Youth Initiative for Community Development) is registered with a host of esteemed regulatory bodies including the National Youth Council of Malawi (NYCOM), Council for Non-Governmental Organizations in Malawi (CONGOMA), NGO Regulatory Authority (NGORA), Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA), and the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs under the Trustees Incorporation Act (CAP. 5:03).

STRATEGY

Our strategy hinges on promoting collective action for sustainable, far-reaching change. Our approach centers on community-based engagement, fostering strategic partnerships, establishing valuable linkages, and nurturing extensive networks.

OUR STORY

YICOD was born from a deep desire to empower marginalized communities in Malawi. Our journey began with a small group of passionate young people committed to creating meaningful change. Over the years, this seed of dedication has grown into a vibrant organization that leverages partnerships, innovation, and community-led solutions to address pressing challenges.

OUR VISION

OUR VISION

To become a self-reliant organization with a diversified resource base, driving the improved socio-economic status of women, youth, and vulnerable groups across Malawi.
OUR MISSION

OUR MISSION

To serve as a catalyst for community change through effective partnerships, strategic networking, program management, and the establishment of sustainable social enterprises.
OUR GOAL

OUR GOAL

We are focused on achieving an enhanced socio-economic well-being for women, children, young people, and other vulnerable groups through the implementation of comprehensive programs and projects. Our areas of focus include health, education, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), child protection, food nutrition and security, governance, gender equality, and climate change adaptation.

WHAT WE DO

At YICOD, our undertaking is to promote inclusive and responsive development by fostering active citizenship, facilitating vital community linkages, and empowering local action. We are committed to ensuring that no one is left behind in the journey towards progress and empowerment.

YOUTH INITIATIVE FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (YICOD)

Core Values

  • Equality and Non-Discrimination: We are dedicated to treating all individuals impartially and fairly, irrespective of their sex, gender, race, religion, culture, nationality, or other differences.
  • Transparent and Accountable: Our commitment to openness and accountability ensures that we execute our duties without bias, and we take responsibility for our collective decisions and actions.
  • Dignity: We uphold the intrinsic dignity of every human being, ensuring that all interactions are marked by respect and empathy.
  • Integrity: Honesty and transparency are the cornerstones of our relationships with stakeholders, reflecting our commitment to ethical conduct.
  • Partnerships: We believe that our impact is maximized when we work in tandem with vulnerable communities, civil society partners, governmental bodies, development partners, and both the public and private sectors.