We advance the role of data and research in development planning with partner organizations and communities.
We pioneer initiatives to increase community resilience and nurture local capacities for leadership and action.
We connect and collaborate with partners to find innovative solutions, fostering the ideals of collaborative development.
We develop innovative tools and produce resources to aid development work with partner communities.
Exploring alternatives to current development programming starts with creating avenues for inclusion–of women, men, children, persons with disabilities, older persons, and other marginalized sectors of society–towards developing sustainable measures for achieving human flourishing. A2D Project commits to principles of inclusion and social justice as indispensable aspects of sustainable development.
A2D Project supports the development of local capacities to respond to disaster events and engages with communities of practice to promote quality and accountability in humanitarian response in the Philippines.
In a world increasingly perceived to be at risk of disasters, including the risks brought about by climate change, A2D Project works on the areas of disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation particularly in creating spaces for inclusion and participation of marginalized sectors in DRR/CCA strategizing and programming.
A Philippine society that is inclusive, democratic, and just. It believes in development that is people-centered geared towards human flourishing.
To find innovative alternatives to address poverty, exclusion, and inequality in the Philippines through evidence-based development practice.
Open, transparent, and accountable decision-making processes and organizational governance.
Rights-based and participatory approach to research and project implementation.
Collaborative engagement with other researchers, development practitioners, grassroots organizations and communities in the spirit of mutual empowerment, recognizing and valuing the unique contributions that distinct parties bring to the shared vision of improving human well-being through evidence-based program planning and implementation.
Gender sensitivity and responsiveness in project implementation and work practices.
Independence and credibility of research outputs, services, and analyses offered following strict ethical standards.
Finding innovative alternatives to development
Disability inclusive disaster risk reduction
Disability-led climate resilience
Training pool that are persons with disabilities
Community-based training pool