The Integrated Community Development Society (ICDS) is a
non-profit, voluntary development organization operating in the coastal regions
of southern Bangladesh. Established on 1 July 2007 by a group of
committed young social activists, ICDS aims to bring sustainable improvements
in the lives of marginalized and vulnerable communities.
ICDS follows an integrated and participatory development approach,
ensuring active involvement of community members in planning, implementation,
and monitoring processes. This bottom-up methodology enables the organization
to effectively respond to the real needs and priorities of its target
populations.
The organization implements programs addressing key development
challenges, including limited access to education, technological exclusion,
environmental vulnerability, gender inequality, and child protection. ICDS
is committed to promoting human rights, human dignity, gender equity, and
social inclusion, aligning its interventions with national priorities and
the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
ICDS has a well-defined governance structure comprising a 21-member
General Body and a 7-member Executive Committee (EC), ensuring
accountability, transparency, and effective strategic oversight. The Executive
Director serves as the chief executive, responsible for overall
organizational management and program implementation, and reports directly to
the Chairperson.
