Think tank · Congolese diaspora · Ottawa-Gatineau, Canada
Thinking peace, building development
Dynamics for Peace and Development in the DR Congo
“Independence – Rigour – Integrity – Peace”
Who we are
An independent voice from the diaspora
The Dynamique pour la Paix et le Développement en RDC (DYNAPAD-RDC) — Dynamics for Peace and Development in the DRC — is a non-profit organization registered in Canada, headquartered in Gatineau, Québec. Founded in 2025 by committed members of the Congolese diaspora, DYNAPAD-RDC is an independent think tank specializing in geostrategic, security and governance issues in Africa’s Great Lakes region, with particular attention to the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Guided by scientific rigour and intellectual integrity, we work to make the political, economic and security dynamics underlying regional conflicts accessible and understandable, and we actively contribute to efforts supporting peace, stability and inclusive development. “Pro Peace” is not a slogan for us — it is a human ideal we will spare no effort to achieve.
Our mission
To promote lasting peace, peaceful coexistence and cooperation between the diaspora and the peoples of the DR Congo, through concrete actions of consultation, dialogue, training and advocacy for integral development.
Our vision
A united and mobilized Congolese diaspora working for a stable, reconciled and prosperous Democratic Republic of the Congo, within a peaceful Great Lakes region founded on state sovereignty, the inviolability of borders and the peaceful resolution of disputes.
What we work toward
Our strategic objectives
Actively promote peace and the peaceful resolution of conflicts.
Engage the Congolese diaspora in peacebuilding and development efforts in the DRC.
Raise awareness of human rights and social justice.
Build strong partnerships with civil society in the DRC and with national and international partners.
Foster cooperation and dialogue among Congolese communities.
Board of Directors
Our team
Five members elected by the General Assembly carry out DYNAPAD-RDC’s strategic decisions. The names and photographs shown below are placeholders and will be replaced with those of the elected members.
