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LIVE-ADDIS creates sustainable pathways for unemployed youth. We don't just provide training; we build bridges to the labor market through market-driven vocational skills and life coaching.
Our flagship APHEET program stands apart by integrating health and environmental awareness, ensuring that personal growth fosters community resilience across Addis Ababa.
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LIVE-ADDIS Conducts Joint Review workshop with Key Stakeholders at Bellevue Hotel Addis Ababa, December 2, 2025
LIVE-ADDIS successfully convened a comprehensive Joint Review workshop, gathering a wide range of key stakeholders to assess achievements so far, identifying challenges, extract lessons for future improvement and discussing strategies to further support the project participants/ beneficiaries ensure that the project remains aligned with its goals and continues to deliver meaningful impact. The meeting brought together representatives of APHEET program participants/beneficiaries , members of the Community Action Group (CAG), Project Advisory Committee (PAC), representatives from the Addis Ababa City Administration Bureau of Finance, Women Children and Social Affairs and Labor and skill, officials from Yeka and LemiKura sub-cities, officials from project-implementing woredas, community representatives, CBOs, religious leaders, representatives of Selam Technical and Vocational College as well as LIVE-ADDIS Board and APHEET program staff. The aims of the workshop were to assess project progress, celebrate successes, identify gaps, and outline practical ways forward. Discussions also focused on ensuring sustained support for trainees after the successful completion of their vocational skills and other services provided in the year 2025, enabling them to transition effectively into employment or self-employment opportunities and generate their own income and improver wellbeing. The workshop officially started with the welcoming remark and key note address by Dr. Sewale Abate, the member of LA Board of Director followed by presentation by Mr. Alemayehu Teshome, Founder and Executive Director of LIVE-ADDIS. Participants emphasized the importance of collaboration in strengthening the project’s implementation. By sharing insights and experiences, stakeholders identified areas for improvement and reaffirmed their commitment to support the graduates in any ways that they can. The workshop concluded with a renewed commitment from all stakeholders to continue supporting the next phases of the APHEET program in particular and LIVE-ADDIS future initiatives to support the disadvantaged and unemployed youth projects in general. Attendees underscored the value of technical and vocational education as a key driver of socio economic-empowerment, youth employment, and long-term community development. #APHEET Program #Empowering the youth is like planting seeds; nurture them today, and they will grow to bear fruit for the community tomorrow
Read Full StoryAPHEET Program Hosts 3rd Steering Committee & Technical Team Joint Review Workshop
From 31 August to 2 September 2025, the APHEET program implementing partners gathered at the Bishoftu Pyramid Hotel & Resort for the 3rd Steering Committee and Technical Team Joint Review Workshop. This event brought together consortium leaders and technical team members from across the Guassa, Adaba, and Addis pillars of the program entitled Alliance for population Health and Environment in Ethiopian (APHEET) program with the general objective of enhancing the overall wellbeing and living conditions of communities in Guassa, Adaba, and Addis Ababa by integrating Population, Health, and Environment (PHE) approaches with social and economic empowerment initiatives. The main purpose of the meeting was to assess progress and advance strategic alignment. During the workshop, partners evaluated achievements across all three pillars, addressed critical strategic direction, and emphasized the importance of inter-pillar collaboration through cross-learning and the systematic documentation of successes, challenges, and lessons. An essential focus was also directed toward planning for the upcoming Merck Family Foundation board of trustees visit along with KKS high official in October 2025 to ensure seamless alignment with the visit’s schedule. The workshop sessions were energized and skillfully guided by the Country Directors and Executive Directors of the six implementing partners, with key logistical and organizational support provided by LIVE ADDIS—who serves as the alliance’s secretary and budget-holder—and PHE Ethiopia as chair for the alliance. The workshop yielded several significant outcomes: the Terms of Reference (ToR) for the Technical Team were finalized and signed, laying a clear foundation for the team’s scope and responsibilities; partners reached consensus to draft and sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) committing to expanded cooperation beyond the APHEET program’s lifespan; and the Steering Committee adopted and forwarded several strategic action points aimed at enhancing engagement and coordinating implementation across all partners. The program fully funded by Merck Family Foundation through KKS Germany
Read Full StoryLIVE-ADDIS organized Capacity Building and Cross-Learning Workshop for All staff members and volunteers
On July 31, 2025, LIVE-ADDIS conducted a comprehensive Capacity Building and Cross-Learning Workshop for all staff members and volunteers. The session was aimed at strengthening internal capabilities, fostering collaboration, and aligning the team around key organizational priorities. The workshop was skillfully facilitated by Prof. Wassie Kebede, Chairperson of the Board, and Mrs. Endanchiyelem Mekonnen, Vice Chair of the Board. Their leadership, facilitation and guidance created a constructive environment for open discussion, reflection, and strategic thinking. The Workshop Objectives was to: Provide insights into the current dynamics, opportunities, and challenges facing LIVE-ADDIS, promoting awareness and strategic thinking. Engage board members, staff and internes in group activities focused on future program planning ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaboratively identify and prioritize the most critical focus areas for organizational development and action, ensuring a clear focus for the organization moving forward. Create a platform for all board members, staff and internes to express their thoughts and concerns, Identify key challenges impacting program delivery and staff performance, fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration and strengthens relationships and enhance the team spirit among staff members. Enhance the skills and capacities of staff members at LIVE-ADDIS, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes effective teamwork, strategic planning, and organizational growth. Throughout the session, participants engaged in active discussions, shared insights, and explored practical solutions to current challenges. Workshop participants were encouraged to contribute ideas freely, fostering a spirit of collaboration and mutual learning. One of the core outcomes of the workshop was a collective effort, led by the Board facilitators, to identify and agree upon top organizational priorities. This process helped create a shared understanding of where the organization needs to focus its attention and resources in the coming months of 2025 and beyond. Participants described the workshop as highly informative and timely. Many expressed appreciation for the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the organization’s strategic focus, and the role each team member plays in contributing to its mission. During the event, staff and volunteers of LIVE-ADDIS took the opportunity to surprise and congratulate Professor Wassie Kebede, on his recent appointment to full professorship at Addis Ababa University. His achievement was warmly celebrated and recognized as a significant academic milestone. The event not only built capacity but also reinforced a sense of unity, purpose, and commitment among the staff of LIVE-ADDIS. It stands as a strong example of the organization's dedication to continuous learning, growth, and collective impact. By Tatek, Program manager
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Dear LIVE-ADDIS supporters, Friends and families It is with great joy that I share this news with you.
As you all know, in accordance with the decision made at the 20th regular meeting of the members of LIVE-ADDIS General assembly held on May 3, 2025 at Azemen Hotel here in Addis Ababa, the organization's structure was changed from a general assembly to a board-lead organization, and we have been working to amend our organization's bylaw and registration certificate with the approval of the Federal Charities and Associations Authority. Accordingly, with the strong support by our Board of Directors, Embers of the former general assembly and the tireless efforts and hard work of the organization’s employees, our request was approved today and we received the new certificate with the cover letter today attached with this post. So that, on behalf of the Board of Directors, the entire staff of LIVE-ADDIS and myself, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your tireless support in making this happen. ክፍተቶችን ማጥበብ ፣ ዕድሎችን መፍጠር፣ ህይወትን መቀየር ! BRIDGING GAPS, CREATING OPPORTUNITES I thank you all once again
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Local Partnership Assessment conducted by Concern World-Wide Ethiopia
In response to our partnership request, a team from Concern Worldwide Ethiopia Country Office conducted a comprehensive local partner assessment tool CLIPAT at LIVE-ADDIS (LA) on June 24th, and July 1st, 2025. The assessment aimed to evaluate LA's organizational capacity and readiness for strategic partner to Concern World-wide Ethiopia Urban development programs and or projects. During the assessment, the Concern Worldwide team undertook a thorough review process, which included examining key organizational documents, attending a presentation on LA’s institutional profile, conducting interviews with the founder and Executive Director and heads of departments, and facilitating group discussions with relevant staff members. This multifaceted approach, we believe, provided a holistic understanding of LA’s operational capabilities, strategic priorities, and governance structures. The outcome of this assessment will serve as an important input in Concern Worldwide decision-making process regarding potential strategic partnerships. It also marks a significant milestone in LA’s broader efforts to establish meaningful and sustainable collaborations with reputable development organizations. LIVE-ADDIS remains committed to continuing and strengthening this potential partnership with Concern Worldwide, with the shared goal of achieving lasting development impact and addressing the needs of the communities we serve. By Tatek Dejenie, program manager
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