Empower In Action is a community-based, systems-strengthening organization that delivers high-quality services while working through strong partnerships with families, communities, and government institutions. We provide direct care for vulnerable children and strengthen local systems to ensure lasting, family-based solutions.
About Us
Our Mission
Breaking the
cycle of poverty and child abandonment by strengthening vulnerable families,
using alternative cares, and preventing child mortality and morbidity through
community-driven, cost-effective, and highly scalable solutions.
Our Vision
A society where
every child grows up within a safe, loving family environment with direct
access to quality healthcare, education, and economic opportunity.
Core Values
Compassion: We serve with empathy and understanding
Integrity: We are transparent and accountable
Sustainability: We create lasting solutions
Collaboration: We work together for greater
impact
120
Families
500
Community Members
30
Teachers
50
OVC
Our Programs
Destitute Family Empowerment Program (DFEP)
Poverty should
never force a family to separate....
Through the Destitute Family Empowerment Program, EIA helps vulnerable households overcome financial barriers that place children at risk.
- Educational assistance for children
- Community-Based Health Insurance enrollment
- Urban nutrition-smart sack gardens
- Livelihood and small business support
- Financial literacy and resilience building
By strengthening
families economically, we help children remain where they belong at home.
Orphaned and Vulnerable Children Care Program
Children thrive
best in loving family environments...
Children thrive
best in loving family environments. EIA's innovative family-like home model
provides family-style care for orphaned and abandoned children.
Pediatric and Neonatal Healthcare Improvement Program
Increase access to healthcare services for mothers and newborns.
To saving children's lives EIA works alongside healthcare professionals to strengthen neonatal and pediatric care systems through the following activities:
1. Clinical mentorship
2. Healthcare
worker support
3. Low-cost lifesaving technologies
4. Advocacy for improved care
Latest News
A New School Year. A new beginning. A brighter future.
September 30, 2026
The new 2026/27 academic year has begun, and there is a special excitement at Empower In Action Charity and Development ...
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Giving Every Child A Chance To Learn And Dream
September 30, 2026
Many vulnerable families in our community struggle to afford the costs of education, making it difficult to send their...
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Launching "Family for Every Child" project in Sidama Region
July 18, 2026
We has officially launched our flagship "Family for Every Child" project, marking a historic milestone in the organizati...
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Our Team
Board of Directors
Tesfaye Abebe
Board Chair Person
Hawassa City Mayor's Advisor
MSc Social Inclusion, Gender & Livelihoods from Wageningen University & Research (The Netherlands) | BSc Plant Production & Dryland Farming | 25+ years in NGO & government sectors, food security, urban planning, land administration, climate adaptation | Contributor to the EatSafe U.S. Global Hunger & Food Security Initiative.
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Adugna Sime
Board Deputy Chairperson
Lecturer & Researcher, School of Law, Hawassa University | PhD Fellow | MA in Federal Studies | 25 years of cross-sector professional experience
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Management Team
Yalew Tamirat
Founder and Executive Director
Public Health professional specializing in strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation, and project and program management. Over 17 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, working with more than 150 international and local NGOs between 2010 and 2025. Passionate about empowering people and creating lasting social impact.
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Dr. Hilena Sisay (Assistant Professor)
Co-Founder
Medical Doctor specializing in Pediatrics and Child Health and an Assistant Professor at Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia. She is currently pursuing subspecialty training in Neonatology at the University of Cape Town, South Africa.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I donate?
You can donate online through our secure payment gateway, or contact us for bank transfer options.
Where does my donation go?
85% of all donations go directly to our programs. We maintain full transparency in our financial reporting.
Can I volunteer?
Yes! We have both local and international volunteer opportunities. Visit our volunteer page to learn more.
How do you ensure impact?
We track all our programs with measurable KPIs and conduct regular community assessments.
Contact Us
Our Office
Telti Kebele, Tabor subcity, Hawassa city, Ethiopia
+ (251) 900-437424
info@empowerinaction.org
Mon-Sat: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (EST)
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