Our Key Focus Areas
At PDS, we value local knowledge and expertise, and we prioritize participatory approaches that empower communities to drive their own development agendas through our research, capacity development, and facilitation activities, we strive to build the resilience and wellbeing of communities and contribute to sustainable development outcomes, fostering capacity across a broad spectrum of critical areas:
Food Security
PDS conducts in depth research and capacity building initiatives aimed at ensuring food security for vulnerable populations, this includes analyzing food production systems, promoting sustainable agriculture practices, and enhancing access to nutritious food.
Environment and Climate Change
PDS undertakes research on environmental conservation, natural resource management, and climate change adaptation strategies. Our capacity building efforts focus on empowering communities to mitigate environmental degradation and adapt to changing climate.
Resilience Issues
PDS offers comprehensive expertise and support in addressing resilience challenges prevalent in dynamic environments, with a deep understanding of the complex interplay between socio-political dynamics, environmental factors, and economic pressures, our consultancy service equips our partners with tailored solutions to navigate and overcome resilience obstacles.
Land Tenure and Governance Research
PDS conducts research on land tenure systems and governance structures to promote equitable access to land and prevent land related conflicts. We provide technical assistance to support the development of inclusive land policies and land-use planning processes.
Population Mobility and Migration
PDS examines the drivers and impacts of population mobility and migration, including forced displacement, rural urban migration, and cross-border movements. Our capacity building activities focus on enhancing the resilience of migrant populations and supporting host communities.
Pastoralism and Pastoral Issues
We supports pastoral communities in addressing the unique challenges they face, including access to grazing land, water resources, and market opportunities. We facilitate dialogue and collaboration among pastoralists, government agencies, and other stakeholders to promote sustainable pastoral livelihoods
Gender Research
PDS conducts gender sensitive research to understand the roles, needs, and contributions of women and men in development processes. We promote gender equality through capacity building initiatives that empower women and girls and address gender-based disparities.
Strategic Planning
We assists governments, organizations and communities in developing strategic plans to guide their development priorities and actions and facilitate participatory planning processes that engage stakeholders in setting goals, identifying priorities, and allocating resources effectively.
Socioeconomic and Environmental Baseline Surveys
PDS conducts comprehensive surveys to assess the social, economic, and environmental conditions of communities. These surveys provide valuable data for informed decision making, project planning, and monitoring and evaluation.
Economic (Credit, Savings, Business Promotion)
PDS supports economic empowerment initiatives aimed at improving access to financial services, promoting entrepreneurship, and supporting small business development. We provide training and technical assistance to strengthen financial literacy, savings, and credit management skills.
Socio-political and Cultural Aspect
We analyzes the social, political, and cultural factors that influence development outcomes. Our research and capacity building efforts promote inclusive governance processes, civic engagement, and cultural preservation.
Project Design and Evaluation
PDS provides expertise in designing, implementing, and evaluating development projects. We support governments, organizations and communities in developing evidence based interventions that are responsive to local needs and context-specific challenges.