"Youth Cooperation Center of Dilijan" non-governmental organization was founded in 2008 in Dilijan, Tavush province, RA. The organization aims at promoting community development by developing the skills and employment of young women and men.

Within the "Organizational Model Innovation" (OMI) component of the STRIVE project, "YCCD" NGO aims to

• Develop and adapt a new concept of a non-governmental organization working with young people in a group or individually through usage of Positive Youth Development (PYD) model and tools,
• Develop a strategic plan and implement the requirements of the YCCD charter according to the new concept,
• Engage experts to develop and practice the new concept,
• Develop regulations and procedures for youth inclusion and working with youth,
• Develop a methodology and tools for prior assessment of youth-centered approach in the projects.