Mission
To build resilient and sustainable communities by promoting innovative education, capacity building, and inclusive community engagement in disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation, and sustainable development.
Vision
A world where individuals, communities, and institutions are empowered with the knowledge, skills, and resources to mitigate risks, adapt to climate change, and achieve sustainable development goals.
Core Values
Innovation: Leveraging creative and evidence-based approaches to address complex challenges.
Inclusivity: Ensuring equitable access to education and resources for all community members.
Collaboration: Building strong partnerships with governments, NGOs, and communities to maximize impact. Sustainability: Promoting long-term solutions that balance environmental, social, and economic needs.
Resilience: Equipping communities to withstand and recover from disasters and environmental challenges.
Areas of Expertise
DEPO’s work spans a wide range of thematic areas, positioning it as a versatile partner for consultancy and project implementation:
Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Education Designing and delivering Training of Trainers (ToT) programs, workshops, and orientation sessions for teachers, students, and stakeholders. Developing interactive tools, games, and teaching aids to make DRR education engaging and accessible.
Climate Change Adaptation and Environmental Management: Conducting training on climate resilience and environmental sustainability. Promoting eco-friendly practices and policies at the community and institutional levels. Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH): Implementing WASH programs to improve access to clean water and sanitation. Raising awareness on hygiene practices to enhance public health outcomes.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Aligning projects with SDG targets, particularly in education, gender equality, climate action, and community development. Supporting communities in integrating SDGs into local planning and implementation.
Teachers’ Training and Capacity Building: Providing professional development for educators through specialized training in DRR, child-friendly teaching, and inclusive education. Enhancing teaching methodologies to foster critical thinking and resilience.
Community Engagement and Training: Organizing awareness-raising campaigns, workshops, and meetings for parents, community leaders, and social mobilizers. Facilitating participatory approaches to empower communities in decision-making.
Materials and Modules Development: Creating high-quality educational resources, including manuals, booklets, games, and digital tools. Translating and adapting materials to suit local languages and cultural contexts.
Knowledge Exchange and International Collaboration: Facilitating student and teacher exchange programs to promote global learning. Hosting international delegations and knowledge-sharing events to foster cross-cultural collaboration.