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Empowering Communities. Transforming Futures.
A Community-Led Path to Justice, Equity, and Resilience
For nearly four decades, People’s Action for Development (PAD) has partnered with coastal communities in Tamil Nadu to co-create solutions that uphold rights, strengthen resilience, and open pathways to opportunity.
Together with women, youth, and local leaders, PAD addresses interconnected challenges—child rights, gender-based violence, climate vulnerability, and socio-economic exclusion—through an integrated, participatory approach.
What sets PAD apart is its deep regional roots and commitment to justice and equity. By placing communities at the centre of every program, we foster local leadership, dignity, and sustainable change that endures across generations.
Child Protection and Adolescent Empowerment
Every Child Safe. Every Adolescent Strong.
Gender Justice and Women’s Leadership
PAD advances gender justice by challenging inequality and fostering women’s leadership at every level of community life.
Climate Resilience and Environmental Sustainability
From mangrove restoration to green livelihoods, PAD empowers communities to live in harmony with nature and face climate challenges with strength.
Strengthening Local Governance and Systems Change
Empowering communities to lead governance and systems change from the ground up.”
Partnership and Innovation
Partnering for impact, innovating for a sustainable future.
