Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups
TENGERU INSTITUTE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
People Centred Development
About Us
Who We Are
The Tengeru Institute of Community Development (TICD) formerly known as the Community Development Training Institute (CDTI-Tengeru) was established in 1963 to develop skilled community development professionals capable of driving social and economic transformation in Tanzania. Over the decades, the Institute has demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability following the establishment of the East African Community (EAC) in 1967, its operations were temporarily relocated to Mzumbe (Morogoro) and Murutunguru, Ukerewe (Mwanza). After the collapse of the EAC in 1977, the Institute resumed its operations at Tengeru in 1978 where it has continued to fulfil its mandate with renewed commitment. In 2013 when the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania established TICD as an autonomous higher learning institution through the Tengeru Institute of Community Development (Establishment Order), thereby strengthening its mandate in teaching, research, consultancy and community engagement. A major milestone was achieved in July 2026, when the Institute entered a new era following the affiliation of several former Community Development Training Institute and Community Development Training and Technical Institute (CDTTI’s) into a single national Institute under the name Tengeru Institute of Community Development (TICD). This transformation expanded the Institute's presence across Tanzania through campuses including Buhare (in Mara region), Mabughai (in Tanga region), Misungwi (in Mwanza region), Mlale (in Ruvuma region), Monduli (in Arusha region), Ruaha (Iringa region), Rungemba (Iringa region), and Uyole (Mbeya region). The expansion strengthened TICD's mandate to provide accessible, quality education and training to communities across the country.
Vision
To be a centre of excellence in promoting intellectual capital for inclusive and transformative community development.
Mission
To empower individuals, institutions, and communities through transformative learning, transdisciplinary research, advisory services, enhanced technologies, and strategic partnerships for inclusive community growth.
Core Values
TEAMWORK: TICD values teamwork by promoting participatory governance, collaboration, and shared responsibility among management, staff, students, and stakeholders to enhance institutional effectiveness and sustainability. INTEGRITY AND ETHICAL CONDUCT: TICD adheres to high standards of integrity and ethical conduct by promoting honesty, fairness, discipline, and ethically acceptable behaviour among staff, students, and other stakeholders. CREATIVITY AND INNOVATIVENESS: TICD encourages continuous improvement in curriculum design, teaching and learning methodologies, research, and use of technology, in line with national skills development and higher education priorities. DEMAND-DRIVEN SERVICE: TICD strives to offer training, consultancy, and research that respond to the needs and demands of clients and stakeholders. TRANSPARENCY: TICD upholds transparency through open decision-making processes, timely dissemination of information, and adherence to established policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks to allow public and stakeholder scrutiny. ACCOUNTABILITY: TICD is accountable to its stakeholders by ensuring effective governance, prudent use of resources, compliance with national laws and regulatory requirements, and systematic reporting in line with NACTVET and TCU standards. GENDER SENSITIVITY: TICD ensures a gender-neutral environment through equitable access, participation, and a supportive learning and working environment for all. RESPONSIVENESS TO COMMUNITY NEEDS: TICD aligns its programmes, research, and outreach activities with labour market demands, community needs, and national development priorities. PROFESSIONALISM: TICD demonstrates professionalism through consistent execution of its academic and administrative functions, qualified personnel, continuous staff development, and adherence to quality and professional standard.