About Us

Empowering Communities through Skills, Dignity & Livelihoods

The Social Initiative for Community Development (SICD) is a Delhi-based not-for-profit organisation, established in 2021, dedicated to fostering self-reliance and resilience through skills.

In just five years, we have trained and empowered over 21,593 beneficiaries across 23 cities and districts in 10 states of India — delivering practical, job-ready learning that leads to sustainable livelihoods.

Our Approach

We align our efforts with the Skill India Initiative (SIDH), offering government-recognised, industry-aligned training and certification. By bridging the gap between local aspirations and market demand, we ensure that every learner not only gains a skill but also finds a pathway to employment, entrepreneurship, or community leadership.

What We Do

From housing and construction to multi-sector upskilling, every SICD program is community-driven and need-based, delivered through:

• Onsite training at construction and project sites

• Centre-based learning with hands-on workshops

• Short- to medium-term courses (4 to 49 days)

We work in partnership with CSR leaders, government-backed programs, and the Skill India SIDH framework — including PMAY-G, SANKALP, and MPJJM — ensuring long-term sustainability.

Key Highlights

📍 Geographic Reach – Strong presence across Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi NCR, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, and beyond.
📚 Training Formats – Flexible, demand-driven models including onsite, centre-based, and multi-sector training.
👷 Human Impact – Empowering rural masons, urban construction workers, and youth with marketable skills for dignified livelihoods.
🤝 Inclusive Outreach – Focus on underserved districts such as Shrawasti, Bahraich, and Osmanabad to ensure no learner is left behind.

Our Impact in Action

From transforming lives in Khargone through the Jal Jeevan Mission to skilling more than 21,593 individuals across India’s rural and urban centres, SICD’s work is a testament to the power of inclusive and targeted training.

Through the Skill India Initiative (SIDH), SICD continues to build a future where skills bring dignity, livelihoods, and hope.About Us.

Transforming lives through dedicated support

In the heart of Talibpur village, Fatehpur district, Mrs. Priti Devi stands as a beacon of transformation. Trained under the Kushal Gram Samridh Gram scheme, she has not only gained new skills but also inspired others in her community to pursue growth and self-reliance. Her journey reflects the scheme’s mission—building prosperous villages through empowered individuals.                                                                                                                                                      - Mrs. Priti Devi

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