ABOUT US
Learn about our journey, mission, and commitment to transforming communities
WHO WE ARE
ADTS (Association pour le Développement et la Transformation Sociale) is a Rwandan non-governmental organization established in 1998 and legally registered in 2003. With more than two decades of community work, ADTS supports social transformation through community-led education and training, GBV prevention and family rehabilitation, socio-economic empowerment of vulnerable women, teen mothers' support, and civic participation programs informed by human-rights principles.
ADTS was formed in the wake of Rwanda's post-genocide recovery needs. Our founders identified critical gaps: social cohesion, community trust, economic vulnerability, gender-based violence, and limited participation in governance. Our programming focuses on behavior and mindset change through pedagogy and participatory training, aimed at restoring dignity, strengthening families, and promoting equitable development.
Our Vision
A society where all members are active, cohesive and autonomous and actively participate in achieving a just and prosperous world.
Our Mission
ADTS works for social transformation, sustainable and equitable development through community-driven education, training and grassroots programs.
OUR VALUES
Innovation
Embracing creative solutions and new approaches to address community challenges.
Integrity
Maintaining honesty, transparency, and ethical standards in all our work.
Self-reliance
Empowering communities to become independent and self-sustaining.
Mutual Respect
Valuing the dignity and worth of every individual and community.
Participation
Ensuring inclusive engagement and ownership at all levels of our work.
Solidarity
Standing together with communities in their journey toward transformation.
Meaningful Work
Creating lasting impact through purposeful and transformative programs.
GOVERNANCE & STRUCTURE
General Assembly
Our supreme authority, composed of 32 members who guide the strategic direction of the organization.
National Coordination
Facilitates day-to-day management and coordinates programs across all regions.
Field-Level Structures
Ending Domestic Violence Working Groups (EDV WGs) and gender focal points operate at the grassroots level, ensuring direct community engagement and impact.