Tigstu Birhanu
Executive Director
It is with great pleasure that we announce the official launch of the Focus and Effort for National Affairs Charity Organization (FENA) website.
This platform marks an important milestone in our efforts to promote transparency, strengthen civic engagement, and expand access to information—particularly on issues related to Freedom of Association and Assembly (FoAA), under which this initiative was supported.
At the same time, the website reflects FENA’s broader commitment to advancing cross-cutting development priorities. Our work spans human rights, good governance, civic engagement, climate and biodiversity conservation, and the empowerment of women and youth, with the aim of fostering a just, inclusive, and resilient society.
"The development of this website has been made possible with the financial and technical support of CIVICUS under the Crisis Response Fund. We extend our sincere appreciation for their continued partnership and commitment to strengthening civic space."
Through this platform, we aim to share knowledge, amplify community voices, and promote collaboration among civil society, government, and development partners. We invite all stakeholders to engage with us as we work toward a future where human dignity, environmental sustainability, and equitable opportunities are realized for all.
Protecting nature, empowering people, and building a just and resilient future
In 2025, FENA Directly reached 2415, impacted 57,000+ individuals and mobilized ETB 51.5 million to drive sustainable development and social justice across Ethiopia.
Current Interventions
Six major programs driving systemic change across Ethiopia.
In 2025, FENA implemented 6 advocacy and development projects addressing social and environmental challenges.
Freedom of Assembly & Association
In Partnership with CIVICUS, FENA is Promoting Freedom of Assembly & Association (FoAA) ,Strengthening civic space and protecting fundamental freedoms through stakeholder engagement.
Endangered biodiversity and environmental Conservation
In partnership with TCHA- FENA is Implementing Integrated ecosystem restoration and sustainable resource management in oromia and Sidama regions of Ethiopia.
Youth-Women Knowledge, Skill & Economic Empowerment
FENA is striving in partnership with Project Matrix & New life for Community To Restoring livelihoods through entrepreneurship, skill training and start-up capital distribution.
GBV, Child exploitation and Human Trafficking Prevention
Community-led responses and protection systems for survivors of GBV, Exploitation and irregular migration projects are implemented with partnership of TCHA, School for Humanity and EEMY-SD.
Health, Education and WASH
In partnership with TCHA and School for Humanity, FENA is delivering integrated health, education, and WASH services by improving access to basic healthcare and quality education, constructing and rehabilitating water and sanitation facilities, promoting hygiene and disease prevention, and supporting vulnerable groups through inclusive, community-based service systems.
Livelihood and Food Security
FENA is implemening livelihood and food security activities such as promoting climate-smart agriculture, supporting income-generating activities and small businesses, improving access to markets and financial services, strengthening value chains, providing skills training for youth and women, and enhancing household resilience through sustainable natural resource management and nutrition-sensitive interventions. These Activities are implemented in IDP with the support of volunteers, EEMY-SD and TCHA.
Voices of Change
Transformation in Numbers & Narratives.
The Weaver’s Second Chance
After losing her primary source of income, Maza joined FENA’s vocational training program. Today, she is one of 320 widows who have transitioned from vulnerability to running a sustainable micro-business.
Guardians of the Bale Mountains
Restoring degraded ecosystems through beekeeping and sustainable agriculture for 600 households.
From the Streets to the Shopfront
130 street-connected youths received the "full package" of care, technical skills, and start-up capital.
A Shield for the Vulnerable
Providing survivors of human trafficking with psychosocial counseling and a path back to dignity.
2025 Impact Report
Quantifying our commitment to systemic equity.
Resource Mobilization
Total financial and in-kind resources mobilized to drive development initiatives.
Total Community Reach
Individuals reached through direct interventions and broad awareness campaigns.
Direct Beneficiaries
Survivors, students, and marginalized groups receiving intensive program support.
Expanded operations into Shashemene District in 2025.
Strategic Roadmap 2026
Building on the foundations of 2025, our mission for the coming year focuses on scaling impact and deepening systemic resilience across Ethiopia.
Expand Child Protection & Education
Scaling existing education programs in conflict-affected areas and deepening child protection mechanisms.
01Strengthen Civic Space
Advancing civil society advocacy initiatives and protecting fundamental freedoms of assembly and association.
02Climate Resilience & Conservation
Increasing environmental conservation activities and building community-led climate resilience frameworks.
03Economic Empowerment & Partnerships
Scaling women’s economic programs while expanding international donor and development partnerships.
04Core Strategy
Integrated Resilience & Sustainable Growth
FENA strategically expands to drive integrated, systems-level impact by advancing biodiversity conservation and climate resilience, strengthening human rights and protection systems, and leveraging innovation for sustainable development in Ethiopia.
Institutional Partners
Collaboration with global and local partners allows us to turn local transparency initiatives into scalable systemic change.
Affiliates
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