Awaken the leader within every young person.
Discovery
Discovery is the introductory programme of Common Impact for Development (CID). It guides primary and secondary school p...
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Uncover a true leader to the world
Together, we nurture the talent shaping the future of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Inform. Train. Transform.
The purpose behind our work
It all starts with potential.
One belief drives us: everyone has the potential to become a force for change in their community.
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Open up possibilities
Inform.
Discover your talents, broaden your horizons and find your path. With Discovery, the first step is understanding yourself better.
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Build the skills to act
Train.
Develop your skills, learn with others and shape your ideas. The Impact programme supports the journey from ambition to a concrete project.
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Help change grow
Transform.
Share your experience, inspire others and bring people together. Through Avance !, events and conversations open up new possibilities for action.
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Our Flagship Programs
Pathways designed to turn potential into concrete impact
Reveal the talent that turns ideas into solutions.
Challenge
Challenge is CID's national programme of intellectual, scientific, entrepreneurial and civic competitions. It fosters ex...
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Accelerate the businesses that are changing society.
Impact
Impact is CID's entrepreneurship, innovation and economic empowerment programme. It supports young entrepreneurs, innova...
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Inspire and connect leaders around the world.
Advance!
Advance! is CID's international leadership platform. It brings together leaders, public decision-makers, entrepreneurs, ...
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Reveal the beauty, richness and potential of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
#DiscoverDRC
#DiscoverDRC promotes tourism, heritage, culture, national identity and the economic attractiveness of the Democratic Re...
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Build your journey with CID
Identify the program that fits your ambition and speak with our team about your next step.
Join CIDOur Vision and Mission
Uncover a true leader to the world
We are a transformational system and believe that every person carries within them the potential of a leader capable of inspiring, innovating, sustainably transforming their community, and impacting the world.
Our approach rests on three fundamental pillars: inform to raise awareness, train to develop skills, and transform to generate lasting impact through effective leadership, giving rise to a generation of visionary, responsible and solution-driven leaders.
Learn more about our vision"Every young Congolese, every African, carries within them the potential to transform their nation. Our vision is to uncover that leader."
CID Founder
Testimonials
What those who have experienced CID have to say
The Discovery program gave me confidence and taught me that my age does not limit my ability to act. Today, I lead my school's leadership club and encourage my classmates to believe in their ideas.
Through the Impact program, I structured my urban agriculture project and secured my first funding. CID's mentors helped me through each stage. My business now employs twelve people in Kinshasa.
We have supported CID for three years. The quality of its guidance and the progress we see among young participants confirm the value of our investment.
Latest News
The latest from CID
Leadership
Women's Leadership in the DRC: Challenges and Outlook
Congolese women are playing an increasingly prominent role in decision-making. CID contributes to this movement by train...
Entrepreneurship
Challenge 2025 Winners: Where Are They Now?
Six months after the Challenge 2025 program finals, we caught up with the three winning teams to check on the progress o...
Education
Why Teach Leadership in Secondary Schools
Integrating leadership programs into the secondary curriculum prepares young Congolese to tackle tomorrow's challenges. ...
Upcoming Events
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Advance! Conference in Lubumbashi
The Advance! conference travels to Lubumbashi for a full day of leadership and personal development training. The agenda includes ...
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Together, let us uncover the true leaders who shape history for the better. Whether you are a student, entrepreneur, professional or engaged citizen, there is a place for you in the CID family.
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