Strategies for International Development

strategies for international development (sid) is a u.s. private and voluntary organization which develops and promotes better strategies for achieving the goals of international development - adequate diet, health, and housing, as well as improved education, employment, and human rights - for all residents in the developing countries of latin america and africa. sid focuses on two areas that need better strategies: (1) reclaiming soils and pastures and increasing rural productivity and income; and (2) strengthening democracy through decentralization and citizen participation in decision-making processes.