The last few years, mergers and acquisitions have been common topics of discussion, but what does that mean for nonprofits? Plan International USA concluded its first acquisition about two weeks ago: we are taking on the assets of the Centre for Development and Population Activities (CEDPA). CEDPA, created almost 38 years ago, is an international NGO based in Washington, D.C. It was one of the very first organizations to focus specifically on issues relating to the development and advancement of women and girls.