About Us

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Mission

To empower Ethiopian women by providing inclusive access to social and economic opportunities, fostering an environment where every woman can thrive and contribute to our nation’s growth.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=””]Vision

Envisioning an Ethiopia where women enjoy equitable participation and access to economic and social opportunities, shaping a balanced and prosperous society[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=””]Values

Empowerment: Enabling women to take control of their own lives and make independent decisions.

Inclusivity: Ensuring that all women, regardless of their background, have access to opportunities.

Innovation: Encouraging creative solutions to overcome barriers to women’s participation.

Collaboration: Working together with communities and stakeholders to achieve common goals.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Introduction

The Ethiopian Women Empowerment Association (EWEA) is a non-profit organization based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Founded by a group of dedicated women, EWEA is committed to improving the lives of disadvantaged women through social and economic empowerment.

As its mission, EWEA aims to ensure that every woman has access to and actively participate in social and economic opportunities. It strives to strengthen the role of Ethiopian women by enhancing their social and economic statuses.

The organization provides entrepreneurship and motivational training to women, identified as the poorest of the poor to support them engage in income-generating activities.

After providing the life-changing training for the identified women, EWEA also provides them with financial assistance to kick-start small businesses, thereby improving their livelihoods.

EWEA has further expands its efforts to include complementary activities for its beneficiaries related to health and psycho-social support.

Funds for activities come from individual donors and private businesses, and EWEA maintains full accountability and transparency towards its members and donors.

Our Approach

Our organization is dedicated to a holistic strategy that tackles the economic, health, educational, and psychosocial challenges faced by our beneficiaries. We are committed to:

  • Economic Empowerment: Creating opportunities for financial independence and stability.
  • Healthcare Provision: Ensuring access to essential health services and education.
  • Educational Support: Facilitating educational advancement for beneficiaries and their children.
  • Psychosocial Assistance: Providing support systems to address emotional and mental health needs.
  • Community Engagement: Fostering a sense of ownership and participation within the community.

This approach is designed to address the interconnected aspects of our beneficiaries’ lives, ensuring a supportive network that empowers them to thrive.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][div extra=”cta”][anchor href=”” extra=”btn btn-primary pull-right”]Donate Now[/anchor][paragraph extra=””]Let’s start doing your bit for the world. Donate a little.[/paragraph][/div][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]

Our Staff & Volunteers

The Ethiopian Women Empowerment Association (EWEA) is a non-profit organization based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Founded by a group of dedicated women, EWEA focuses on empowering disadvantaged women socially and economically.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][borntogive_team team_carousel_column=”3″ team_number=”3″ team_content=”2″ team_excerpt=”30″][vc_empty_space height=”22px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_icon][/vc_column][/vc_row]