Founded on 1st July, 2013, OfID-SL aims to be an institution of excellence and a counterpart for reforms that usher in inclusive and sustainable development. To achieve these, OfID-SL conducts research; engage in advocacy, research, training, monitoring and catalytic programmes that respond to societal needs; engendering transformative development. The organization also produces policy briefs and advocacy materials as a call to action. The Inspiration for setting up this organization is to be a counterpart for developmental endeavours that are comprehensive and inclusive irrespective of sex, region, tribe, creed or association.