ADES is a social organization founded on March 7, 1993 in the community of Santa Marta, located in Victoria, Cabañas, El Salvador.
Since its foundation ADES has fostered community development and the reclaiming of human rights in Cabañas, El Salvador-- its primary region of focus. However, it is currently accompanying several community organizations in different departments.
Amongst its most important activities are rural education, leadership schools, communication, solidarity economy, and organic agriculture. All of the work is rooted in popular education.