CACD-ONG Celebrated in India at the Global Sustainability Awards 2025: Pobè Honoured, Benin Unveiled
15/11/2025
On 1 November 2025 in New Delhi, India, the NGO Culture at the Heart of Development (CACD-ONG) proudly represented Benin by winning the Global Sustainability Award 2025 in the category of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions. This international distinction recognises CACD-ONG’s sustained commitment to peacebuilding, social cohesion and culture-based sustainable development, from Pobè to major global platforms.
International Recognition of CACD-NGO’s Commitment
This prestigious award honours several years of dedicated action by CACD-ONG in the areas of:
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promotion of peace and social cohesion,
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valorisation of traditional knowledge and cultural heritage,
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intergenerational and intercultural dialogue,
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and cultural innovation as a driver of sustainable development.
Through its community-based initiatives, CACD-ONG demonstrates that culture can serve as a powerful lever for social resilience, active citizenship, and the strengthening of local institutions, fully aligned with the objectives of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
A Source of National Pride and a Tribute to Change Makers
This trophy symbolises the synergy between civil society, local communities, technical partners and national authorities. It is dedicated to the people of Pobè, its engaged youth, its resilient women, the guardians of traditions and religious leaders, as well as all those who believe in a peaceful, sustainable and culturally ambitious Benin.
CACD-ONG expresses its deep gratitude to its partners, including the Ministry of Youth, The Heritage Management Organization, Mellon Foundation, Peace Corps Benin, the Municipality of Pobè, SOBEBRA, and many other institutional and community actors.
Faithful to its vision, CACD-ONG will continue to carry the voice of Benin and its communities onto international stages. Together, we are unveiling Benin.