ARD’s empowerment initiatives deliver targeted skills training and leadership development programs specifically designed for youth and women. The organization has successfully trained 7,200 individuals in various vocational and entrepreneurial disciplines, equipping them with marketable skills and business acumen. Key focus areas include women’s empowerment through gender-responsive programming, youth leadership development, and pathways to financial independence. These initiatives address structural inequalities while creating opportunities for marginalized populations to participate meaningfully in economic and social spheres.