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Introduction
Young people constitute the largest [67% resides between the age 15 - 35] segment of Pakistani population. Those from low and middle income groups, have few opportunities to develop their full potential. Poverty is widespread, education levels are low, youth unemployment is high and traditional culture does not encourage young people to take decisions on issues concerning them. There is limited scope for young people’s positive local engagement in grassroots politics and community development. The situation becomes more complex when it arrives to the reality of youth of traditional societies such as Balochistan and Khaibar Pakhtonkha [KPK]. Number of cases reported that indicate youth involvement in unlawful activities including but not limited to illegal trade, human trafficking, militancy [ethnic and religious] and communal violence.
On the other hand, available education and political system is not creating mass level awareness regarding existing situations. They neither have the capacity to comprehend these situations in its totality, nor capable to take the challenge of creating alternative spaces and opportunities that nurture a counter veiling power among youth and communities against extremism and militancy and create basis for sustainable peace.

CYAAD’ Mission Statement
CYAAD is an oasis in a hostile world to cultivate youth’s potential through diversified engagements that enable them to become effective leaders and citizens

CYAAD’ Vision
We envision a world free of exploitation and intimidation where youth’s potential is fully harnessed.

CYAAD Goals
1. To foster youth’s learning and engagement for developing empathy and coexistence
2. To professionalize youth’s skills for livelihood and development
3. To mainstream youth in process of decision making and effective civic participation
4. To create new knowledge based on youth’s concerns to influence policy change

CYAAD’ Values
1. Respect for Diversity
2. Zero tolerance for violence
3. Accountability and respect
4. Transparency with sense of fairness
5. Openness with mutual sensitivity
6. Fun and Creativity
7. Modesty in use of resources

Broader Aim
The young people are engaged in a range of activities that enable them to take greater role in development, conflict preventions and peace building. They will be provided diverse opportunities of trainings, mentoring and professional development to enable their leadership in dealing/managing with the attraction of radicalization and expand their role in local level planning and decision making and community development.