CEDEP is a Kumasi based NGO and has been in existence since 1983. Its objective is to support the various community driven initiatives. CEDEP has over the years developed a reputation as a training information and advocacy organisations.

CEDEP has a strong focus on gender and has had some experience in urban pro-poor water supply. The Group has always had an active consultancy segment in their activities. It has a broad geographical scope of operation within the country and in particular within the Northern regions.