We actively break barriers to ensure all community members—regardless of identity or circumstance—have equal access to opportunities and a voice in shaping their futures.
We champion self-reliance by respecting individual agency, fostering skills, and creating pathways for marginalized groups to thrive without dependency.
We uphold the highest ethical standards, transparently stewarding resources and honoring commitments to communities, donors, and partners.
We prioritize local leadership, co-create solutions with those we serve, and stand united with communities in their struggles and triumphs.
Over the coming five strategic period, MCDP will concentrate on carefully selected, high-impact interventions designed for sustainability and scalability. Our work will be anchored in seven foundational program frameworks that guide our approach to creating lasting change
Over the coming five strategic period, MCDP will concentrate on carefully selected, high-impact interventions designed for sustainability and scalability. Our work will be anchored in seven foundational program frameworks that guide our approach to creating lasting change.
Objective: Empower vulnerable communities to achieve self-reliance through sustainable economic opportunities.
Key Interventions:
Target Groups: Youth, women, returnees, marginalized populations
Outcome: Reduced poverty, increased household income, strengthened resilience to economic shocks
Objective: Reduce risks of exploitation by addressing root causes of unsafe migration.
Key Interventions:
Target Groups: Potential migrants, survivors of trafficking, Child Domestic workers(CDWs) and high-risk communities
Outcome: Decreased irregular migration, enhanced community vigilance, and improved access to safe alternatives
Objective: Ensure children aged 0–8 years thrive through holistic support.
Key Interventions:
Target Groups: Children under 8, parents, caregivers
Outcome: Improved cognitive, emotional, and physical development; increased school readiness
Objective: Foster inclusive peace and reduce violence in conflict-prone areas.
Key Interventions:
Target Groups: Conflict-affected communities, women, youth, local leaders
Outcome: Enhanced social cohesion, reduced violence, community-led conflict resolution
Objective: Provide immediate relief and long-term security for crisis-affected populations.
Key Interventions:
Target Groups: IDPs, disaster-affected households, marginalized groups
Outcome: Stabilized livelihoods, reduced vulnerability, faster recovery post-crisis
Objective: Bridge gaps between relief, development, and peace efforts for sustainable impact.
Key Interventions:
Target Groups: Communities in fragile or transitional contexts
Outcome: Cohesive interventions that address immediate needs while building long-term resilience
Objective: Improve physical and mental well-being through integrated health services.
Key Interventions:
Target Groups: Women, children, trauma survivors, underserved communities
Outcome: Reduced disease, improved mental health, better nutritional status
All programs prioritize gender equality, climate adaptation, disability inclusion, and local ownership. These thematic areas collectively address systemic inequalities, empower communities, and foster sustainable development in line with MCDP’s vision.
MCDP is an active member of the following National, Regional and International networks:
MCDP has developed and implemented key policies and guidelines that support its vision and mission. Major ones include:
The purpose of this framework is to guide MCDP in tracking projects, improving planning, monitoring, and evaluating activities to achieve desired goals.
This manual builds the skills needed by MCDP to systematically mobilize resources for projects and programs.
MCDP: Positive discipline in every day aspect | Child Protection
Nutrition and Basic Health | MCDP Ethiopia
MCDP: Positive discipline in every day aspect | Child Protection
