Dr Papa FAYEExecutive Secretary
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Our vision
We aspire to a world where sustainable development is at the heart of public policy, backed by rigorous scientific research and concrete action on the ground.
- Sustainable development
- Public policy
- Field
Our mission
CADRE is committed to promoting research and strengthening community capacities, while supporting local initiatives through innovative projects and strategic partnerships.
- Promote research
- Strengthen capacities
- Support local initiatives
Equity
Together, let us advance inclusive and sustainable development.
Innovation
Strengthening innovative development and governance initiatives.
Knowledge
Putting scientific research at the service of development.
Five focus areas
Each area links research work to concrete action on the ground.
Theory of change
CADRE produces critical and alternative knowledge, from which it trains high-quality human resources. Their contribution to community well-being is enhanced through institutional partnerships.
Our approach rests on the idea that development and research must be integrated to ensure sustainable and inclusive solutions.
Area of operation
CADRE’s field of action covers the entire Senegalese territory.
CADRE also plans to extend its work to the West African sub-region.
News
All articlesField
June 30, 2026
Falémé: Malian and Senegalese municipalities seek to reduce the environmental impact of mining
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June 30, 2026
Falémé pollution causes skin diseases, miscarriages and falling crop yields (researcher)
Read morePartnership
December 2, 2025
CADRE supports ActionAid Senegal’s institutional development by updating its Country Strategy
Read moreField
September 5, 2025
Falémé: a mission to save a river in danger
Read moreMedia library
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Field mission on the Falémé
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View gallery Photos 4 photosWorkshop with ActionAid Senegal
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View gallery Photos 3 photosConferences and presentations
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View gallery Video 6 minFalémé: a river in danger
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Watch Video 3 minPresenting CADRE
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WatchOur team
Sokhna Oumy MBACKEAccountant
François Xavier MENDYCommunications and Public Relations Officer
Mamadou FADEBranch Coordinator
Aminata DIOPProgramme Officer
Ibrahima SECKResearch Officer