Mission Statement & Objectives The Center for Development Democracy and Governance aims to excel in community development in order to promote better societies. The mission of CDDG is to promote sustainable development and democratic practices at the local level with a focus on the following areas: . Environment . Rural Development . Health . Education / Culture General objectives • Improve the efficiency, capacity, and advocacy techniques of Lebanese NGOs and municipalities. • Increase cooperation and experience-sharing among Lebanese NGOs. • Identify and investigate funding opportunities for Lebanese NGOs and municipalities from various sources including individuals, embassies, and regional and international NGOs. • Assist governmental and non-governmental organizations with the implementation of development projects. Action plan • Help Lebanese towns and villages to produce an accurate assessment of needs for their areas. • Provide Lebanese NGOs with appropriate administrative and technical support to help them produce structured, clearly written funding proposals to address needs. • Assemble a core group of qualified personnel that can lead development projects and contribute to all aspects of NGO work. • Organize seminars and workshops for Lebanese NGOs to help increase their effectiveness. • Develop a network connecting Lebanese NGOs throughout the country to increase cooperation and experience-sharing. • Follow-up on the implementation of projects.