ACDI promotes access to quality education and technical-vocational training, with a strong focus on capacity building for youth and communities. We develop training programs, knowledge exchanges and educational materials adapted to local realities.
We work to promote gender equality, women’s empowerment and the social inclusion of vulnerable groups. Our initiatives aim to combat inequalities and ensure that all people have a voice and opportunities in the development process.
ACDI develops projects on climate resilience, circular economy and sustainable management of natural resources. We support communities in adapting to climate change and transitioning towards greener and more sustainable development models.
We promote entrepreneurship, vocational training and the creation of economic opportunities, especially for young people. We support the development of micro and small enterprises and economic inclusion in vulnerable contexts.
ACDI acts as a bridge in triangular cooperation, facilitating partnerships between European, African and Latin American institutions. We promote the exchange of knowledge, best practices and innovative solutions to global development challenges.
CDI understands International Cooperation as a collaborative, horizontal and mutually enriching process between different actors and countries. We reject vertical and paternalistic approaches, prioritizing triangular cooperation, knowledge exchange and local capacity strengthening. We carry out cooperation through solid and respectful partnerships, with emphasis on co-creation of solutions, social innovation and sustainability. We act as a bridge between Europe, Africa, Latin America and Southeast Asia, promoting intercultural dialogue, inclusion and effective ownership of results by local partners, always aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.


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The Aliança para a Cooperação Internacional e Desenvolvimento (ACDI) actively contributes to the 2030 Agenda, aligning all its projects with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through capacity building, knowledge transfer and triangular partnerships, ACDI works especially in the lusophone regions of Africa, Latin America and Southeast Asia. We make significant contributions to SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Our work strengthens local capacities, promotes social and economic inclusion, and supports the transition towards more sustainable and resilient development models, generating positive impact in vulnerable communities and fostering more effective and solidary international cooperation. (137 words)
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