Path to change Tehuledere woreda was one of the areas that is prone to drought, poverty, and illegal migration. Like other target beneficiaries, Zehara and her villagers are in deep poverty. Even though poverty was the problem in most communities, women’s poverty was increasing alarmingly. Poverty, in conjunction with different socio-economic and cultural factors, made...

From Desperation to Hope: Aminat’s Journey to Self-Reliance “Empowering Transformation Through Resilience” In the drought-stricken and poverty-ridden Ancharo Kebele, Kallu Woreda of Amhara Regional State, Mrs. Aminat Hassen Nigusse, a 34-year-old mother of four, faced overwhelming challenges. Living in one of the country’s most impoverished regions, she struggled to provide food for her children, let...

Redirecting and absorbing Illegal Migrants Project Summary The project entitled ‘Redirecting and Absorbing Potential Illegal Migrants to Domestic Job Opportunities (RAPIM) through providing demand-based skill training using the Job-Oriented Youth Skill (JOYS) Training Center has been implemented beginning on 15-08-2020, began with the construction of the center, is still being implemented, and will run up...

Reduce Irregular Migration Project Summary The principal objective of this initiative is to align with national development goals aimed at mitigating illegal migration originating from the Amhara Region. This will be accomplished by fostering awareness among youth and local communities, enhancing the quality of education, and decreasing the school dropout rate, particularly in the North-East...

“Optimizing Waste Management Solutions Through Strategic Equipment Deployment Kelem Ethiopia is proud to announce the successful distribution of essential plastic waste management equipment to enhance environmental sustainability and create job opportunities for unemployed youth in several northeastern Ethiopian cities. The initiative, which took place at Kelem’s Job Oriented Youth Skills (JOYS) training center in Kombolcha,...

Kelem Ethiopia Participates in Major Civil Society Gathering Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Kelem Ethiopia recently joined 84 other esteemed civil society organizations at a prominent event designed to promote collaboration and innovation among diverse participant entities. This gathering served as a platform to showcase the contributions and advancements made by organizations across various sectors. Kelem...