Our Story of Impact
Since 2005, we've been transforming lives through skills development, entrepreneurship, and health awareness programs for vulnerable Ethiopian youth.
Our Mission
To equip unemployed and vulnerable youth to enter the labor market through market-driven vocational skills development, entrepreneurship training, and Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) awareness, enabling them to generate sustainable income and improve their overall wellbeing.
Our Vision
A society where every Ethiopian youth, regardless of their background, has access to quality education, skills training, and opportunities for sustainable socio-economic empowerment and community development.
Our Core Values
Empowerment
Equipping youth with skills and confidence to build sustainable livelihoods.
Collaboration
Building strong partnerships with government, NGOs, and communities.
Excellence
Delivering high-quality programs that create lasting, measurable impact.
Compassion
Serving vulnerable populations with dignity, respect, and understanding.
APHEET Program
The Alliance for Population, Health, and Environment in Ethiopia (APHEET) is a comprehensive four-year initiative funded by the Merck Family Foundation.
Skills Development
Vocational training at Selam Technical College
Entrepreneurship
Business skills for sustainable livelihoods
SRH Awareness
Holistic health education for youth
Targeting 46 unemployed, vulnerable youth in Yeka and LemiKura sub-cities in 2025.
APHEET Project Launch Workshop
Milestones & Achievements
LIVE-ADDIS Founded
Organization established with a mission to empower vulnerable Ethiopian youth.
20th General Assembly
Transition to board-led governance structure for enhanced efficiency.
APHEET Program Launch
Four-year initiative to equip unemployed youth with skills and SRH awareness.
Project Launch Workshop
Official launch of skills development program at Azzeman Hotel.
Pre-Service Orientation
Vocational training kickoff at Selam Technical College for 46 youth.
3rd APHEET Steering Committee
Joint Review Workshop at Bishoftu Pyramid Hotel with all partners.
Stakeholder Review
Comprehensive review workshop at Bellevue Hotel with key stakeholders.
Leaders Driving Change
Our dedicated team brings together expertise in education, community development, and organizational leadership.
Alemayehu Teshome
Founder & Executive Director
Prof. Wassie Kebede
Board Chairperson
Dr. Sewale Abate
Board Member
W/ro Endanchiyelem Mekonnen
Deputy Board Chairperson
Tatek Dejenie
Program Manager