About Institute of Research, Training & Development-IRTD

The Institute of Research, Training & Development (IRTD) is a sister concern of HEART (Humanitarian Enhancement Aid for Resilient Transformation), established to advance youth skills, women empowerment, and professional capacity building.

IRTD serves as a center of excellence for research, training, and consulting, dedicated to equipping young people and women with the knowledge, tools, and opportunities they need to thrive in a competitive world. By providing premium-quality training programs, skill development initiatives, and mentorship support, IRTD fosters a generation of empowered individuals capable of leading change in their communities and beyond.

Through its diverse activities, IRTD focuses on:

• Youth Skill Development – Offering vocational, technical, and leadership training to enhance employability and entrepreneurship.
  
  

• Women Empowerment – Supporting women’s participation in education, employment, and leadership through targeted training and resources.
  
  

• Research & Knowledge Building – Conducting applied research on social, economic, and development challenges to inform policy and practice.
  
  

• Consulting & Initiative Support – Partnering with organizations and institutions as an implementing agency or consultant to design and deliver impactful programs.
  
  

• Career Growth & Deployment – Motivating and preparing individuals for sustainable career paths through coaching, placement support, and professional networking.
  
  

IRTD envisions becoming a leading platform for human capital development, where youth and women are empowered to innovate, lead, and transform society.