Centre for Youth Development and Activities (CYDA)

CYDA engages with young people through its Youth Resource Centre, providing opportunities for youth4change, leadership, internships, exposure, and networking. It launched “Avaaz Hamari” to empower young girls and women in underserved communities promoting youth participation in gender, climate change, and SDGs through Youth4Change and also focuses on innovations in waste management, WASH entrepreneurship, and nutritious food through NavaAahar.

It provides education and skilling initiatives for adolescents and youth in India. Its initiatives include guidance, psychosocial support, and creating a sympathetic social network for adolescents. It has a Community Resource Centre for vulnerable urban families, a project to bridge the learning gap for primary school students affected by the pandemic, and a STEM education programme to motivate and encourage students in science and technology.

CYDA implements community development programmes and initiatives in India, primarily focusing on promoting livelihoods, water, sanitation, hygiene, health, and education. Its Smartpur Project aims to affect rural India through digital inclusion. CYDA has also initiated campaigns to improve WASH in schools, communities, and health facilities to provide access to basic facilities and improve health.

CYDA's inclusion programme aims to support disregarded groups such as LGBTQ, high-risk youth, those in remand homes, with disabilities, and girls lacking chances in male-dominated jobs. This includes promoting innovative skills, working with LGBTQ communities, and Mission Yerwada to prevent youth from engaging in criminal activities. Its goal is to empower the LGBTQ community through skill development and entrepreneurship opportunities.