About IACD

IACD is an international membership organisation for those working in or supporting community development and is open to both individuals and organisations. Members include individuals and organisations across our seven global regions. IACD is a volunteer led, not-for-profit, non governmental organisation committed to building a global network of people and organisations working toward social justice through a community development approach. Our aims are to promote community development across international policies and programmes, to network and support community development practitioners and to encourage information and practice exchange. IACD has recognised NGO consultative status with the United Nations.

Why a global network?

Whilst we have convinced many people of the value of community development, funding for this work and long-term political support in most countries remains on the margins. The IACD, together with regional and national community development associations and organisations, provides an infrastructure for much needed global networking and collaboration.

International Board

IACD is governed by an international Board of Regional Directors elected at the biennial AGM. At least fourteen members are elected, with a minimum of one Director from each IACD region. Regional Directors serve for four years. Six additional members can be co-opted to the Board to ensure a wide range of perspectives are represented. The President, Vice President, Secretary General and Treasurer are elected from within the Board.

IACD Regions

• Europe, including the Russian Federation
• Asia
• Middle East and North Africa
• Sub Saharan Africa
• Oceania (New Zealand, Australia, Pacific nations)
• Latin America
• North America