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Zomba Diocese Research & Development Department
Communities thriving with dignity and resilience.
ZARDD brings faith, research and action together to advance health, education, justice and sustainable development for vulnerable communities.
Locally led.Built to last.
4specialist commissions
15+integrated programme areas
1shared vision for resilient communities
Who we are
Development rooted in faith, evidence and local ownership.
ZARDD is the social development arm of the Catholic Diocese of Zomba. We coordinate development, humanitarian, health, education, justice, peace and research initiatives that improve the well-being of vulnerable communities.
More about ZARDD →Four commissions. One mission.
Meet every commission →One mission. Four areas of expertise.
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CADECOM
Food security, sustainable livelihoods, climate resilience and emergency response.
Learn more → 02Health Commission
Equitable health services, prevention, nutrition and stronger community systems.
Learn more → 03Education Commission
Inclusive, quality education that equips children and young people to flourish.
Learn more → 04CCJP
Human rights, good governance, peacebuilding and citizen participation.
Learn more →ZARDDcommunity first
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Progress is strongest when communities lead it.
We work alongside government, traditional and faith leaders, civil society, development partners, community structures and the private sector.
- Community participation and accountability
- Inclusion, equality and human dignity
- Research and learning
- Stronger local institutions
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