Association for Rural Development (ARD) – Kavre is a non-governmental, non-profit, and non-political organization committed to innovative development and resource mobilization for the socio-economic empowerment of marginalized and disadvantaged communities in Nepal. Established in 1990 and formalized in 1992, ARD-Kavre has been working tirelessly to create social justice, social transformation, and sustainable development.

We take an integrated, participatory approach – partnering with communities to address key issues in education, health, climate action, governance and human rights. 
Our mission is to empower marginalized rural communities in Nepal. We promote social justice and sustainable development by improving education, governance, human rights, climate resilience, water and sanitation.
We envision a peaceful & harmonious society where socio-economically & politically disadvantaged, marginalized, & vulnerable groups, including poor, indigenous communities, so-called “Dalits,” women, & children, can live their lives in dignity & assurance.
Our goal is to lead equitable and sustainable development by mainstreaming socio-economically and politically excluded groups, ensuring their active participation and inclusion in decision-making processes.

ARD-Kavre is a registered organization under the Ministry of Home, Government of Nepal. We are also affiliated with the Social Welfare Council, NGO Federation of Nepal, District Coordination Committee of Social Organization (DCCSO), and District Coordination Committee (DCC) in Kavre district.

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