Youth Council for Development Alternatives (YCDA) is a grassroots organization based in Odisha, dedicated to empowering vulnerable children, youth, and families. It works on child protection, education, health, livelihood, and rural development, with a strong focus on family-based care and psychosocial support. YCDA promotes community participation, partners with government and civil society, and uses innovative, evidence-based approaches to drive sustainable change. Through its work, YCDA strives to create a just society where every child grows up in a safe, caring environment and every family has access to opportunities for a better life.