Our Programs in Action
Featured Programs
Key initiatives driving impact in education, peacebuilding, and sustainable development
Annual Peace-Building Forum
- ADWA 00 KM Museum, Addis Ababa
- Annually on June 22nd
A national dialogue forum bringing together experts, community leaders, and youth to promote peace, unity, and conflict prevention
- Awareness sessions on building peaceful communities
- Expert panels and community discussions
- Participation from diverse civic groups
More than 300 participants engaged in peacebuilding dialogue
Green Development Initiative
- Addis Ababa & Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
- Ongoing Community Program
A community-driven environmental program promoting sustainability through tree planting and environmental awareness
- Tree planting campaigns in urban communities
- Public awareness on environmental responsibility
- Youth engagement in climate action initiatives
Strengthened environmental awareness and volunteer engagement across communities
Student Excellence Awards
- Dr. Ambachew Mekonnen Memorial School, Ethiopia
- Annual Initiative
Recognizing outstanding academic achievement among students in Mathematics, Physics, and Economics
- Annual award ceremonies
- Academic mentorship opportunities
- Encouragement of youth leadership
Motivated high-performing students to pursue academic excellence
Completed Initiatives
Programs and events that contributed to community development and awareness
Tree Planting Initiative
- Yeka Sub-City, Addis Ababa
- 2019
Environmental campaign promoting sustainability through community-led tree planting
- Community tree planting campaign in Yeka Sub-City
- Engagement of youth volunteers and local residents
- Awareness activities promoting environmental protection
Improved environmental awareness and encouraged youth participation
First-Year Memorial at KDI School
- Sejong, South Korea
- 2020
The foundation held an international memorial ceremony at Dr. Ambachew Mekonnen’s alma mater
- Recognition of his academic and leadership contributions
- Engagement with Ethiopian and international scholars
Preserved and promoted Dr. Ambachew’s values within the international academic community, inspiring the next generation of public policy leaders
Blood Donation Drives (1st Year Memorial)
- Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
- 2020
Community blood donation campaigns conducted in collaboration with the Ethiopian National Blood Bank Service
- Community mobilization for voluntary blood donation
- Public awareness on saving lives through donation
Supported lifesaving blood supplies and promoted social responsibility
3rd Year Memorial (Blood Donation Campaign)
- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- 2022
Community blood donation campaigns conducted in collaboration with the Ethiopian National Blood Bank Service
- Community mobilization for voluntary blood donation
- Public awareness on saving lives through donation
Supported lifesaving blood supplies and promoted social responsibility
4th Year Memorial: Leadership Reflection
- Inter Luxury Hotel, Addis Ababa
- 2023
A commemorative event reflecting on the 4th anniversary of Dr. Ambachew’s leadership and public service
- Reflection on leadership and public service
- Community discussions on governance and peace
Strengthened public awareness of Dr. Ambachew Mekonnen’s legacy and promoted dialogue on leadership and peaceful governance
5th Year Memorial: Peace and Dialogue
- ADWA 00 KM Museum, Addis Ababa
- 2024
Commemorating five years of legacy through a national forum on leadership and peaceful governance
- Awareness sessions on building peaceful communities
- Expert panels and community discussions
More than 300 participants engaged in peacebuilding dialogue
Flow to Grow: Boosting School Girls Confidence
- 15 Schools in Addis Ababa
- April 2024 – July 2025 (Completed)
An 18-month initiative supported by the USAID/READ II project designed to remove menstrual hygiene barriers and build school confidence for young girls
- Expanded from 5 to 15 participating schools
- Collaboration with USAID/READ II for essential resources
- Donation of "How an Airplane Flies" to promote summer reading habits
- Focused on menstrual hygiene awareness and academic commitment
Successfully reached 900 female students, significantly improving school retention and academic focus across 15 communities
Empowerment and Economic Justice for Rural Women
- Tach Gaint Woreda, South Gondar
- 2025 – Present
- 5-round intensive business development program
- Provision of essential assets to grow small local businesses
- Supporting 260 rural women in five distinct cohorts
Equipping 260 women with professional entrepreneurship skills, serving as a prerequisite for sustainable business growth and long-term community resilience
6th Year Memorial: Honoring the Past; Planting the Future
- Addis Ababa Science and Technology University (AASTU)
- June 2025
A high-level commemorative event and tree-planting ceremony held at AASTU to honor the legacy of Dr. Ambachew Mekonnen, Ato Ezez Wase, and Ato Migbaru Kebede
- Symbolizing growth and "Planting the Future."
- Strengthening ties with AASTU scholars
Promoting environmental sustainability while bridging the gap between Dr. Ambachew’s academic legacy and Ethiopia’s future innovators
Moments from Our Community Programs
Highlights from initiatives and community activities organized by the foundation across Ethiopia
Our Program Impact
Through education, environmental action, peacebuilding, and community engagement, the foundation continues to create meaningful change across Ethiopia.
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