CPDEFM, which stands for Organisation des Citoyennes pour la Promotion et Défense des Droits des Enfants, Femmes et Minorités, is dedicated to creating a fair, egalitarian, and diverse society. Based in Abidjan, this organization is led by Sylvia APATA and offers a wide range of services and initiatives. From organizing marches against femicides to providing educational materials and mobility aids to visually impaired students, CPDEFM is actively making a difference in the community.

Collaborating with organizations like EQUIPOP and CARE INTERNATIONAL CÔTE D'IVOIRE, CPDEFM conducts surveys, awareness campaigns, and advocacy efforts to combat violence against women and promote gender equality. Their strategic plans and activities focus on empowering women and girls, advocating for their rights, and fostering leadership development. With a strong commitment to social justice, CPDEFM continues to make a significant impact through their various programs and initiatives.