About Us

The Center for Disaster Risk Management & Community Development Studies (CDRM&CDS) of Universitas HKBP Nommensen is a faith-based, non-partisan development organization that supports and facilitates humanitarian and development work in service to vulnerable people and communities. CDRM&CDS was established in 2007 as part of Universitas HKBP Nommensen. In collaboration with the diaconal departments of Lutheran churches, we strive to transform lives through poverty alleviation, the promotion of justice, and the realization of human rights. The Center for Disaster Risk Management & Community Development Studies (CDRM&CDS) of Universitas HKBP Nommensen is a faith-based, non-partisan development organization that supports and facilitates humanitarian and development work in service to vulnerable people and communities. CDRM&CDS was established in 2007 as part of Universitas HKBP Nommensen. In collaboration with the diaconal departments of Lutheran churches, we strive to transform lives through poverty alleviation, the promotion of justice, and the realization of human rights.

Our Vision

People living with dignity and empowered to achieve their universal rights.

Our Mission

Inspired by God’s love for humanity, CDRM&CDS works with vulnerable people and communities to strengthen their resilience, inclusion, and experience of gender justice. We do this in partnership with Lutheran churches, development and rights organisations.

Out Values and Principles

• Justice
• Equity
• Participation and Inclusion
• Transparency and Accountability
• Compassion and Commitment
• Accompaniment
• Do no harm.