women-led Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) established

ADECOM Network is dedicated to empowering women and girls, promoting gender equality, and challenging harmful gender stereotypes and discriminatory practices.
Through its comprehensive community-based initiatives, ADECOM has established 180 women-led Community-Based Organizations, 210 Children's Panchayats, and 14 Men and Boys' Groups across 7 districts in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.

These platforms analyze and challenge harmful gender norms, promote inclusive participation, develop leadership skills, and encourage men and boys to support gender equality.
By empowering women and girls, ADECOM Network contributes to a more equitable society, fostering social change, reducing gender-based violence, and promoting human rights, ultimately creating a transformative impact on the lives of individuals and communities.

ADECOM Network enhances Leadership and Local Governance by empowering marginalized communities, particularly women, to drive change.
Through community-based initiatives, ADECOM builds capacity, fosters inclusive governance, and promotes active citizenship.
Over 1,800 women have assumed leadership roles in local governments, championing equitable representation and inclusive development in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.