Reg. No. 7375 · CSO Proclamation 1113/2019
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Inclusive opportunity in Ethiopia

Education without barriers.

We empower persons with disabilities through inclusive education, healthcare, livelihood support and advocacy — so every person can build a brighter life.

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25+ years of service
3 regions reached
500+ lives transformed
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Our impact

Measured in lives changed.

Every number is a story. Every statistic is a person whose life has been transformed through education, healthcare, and dignity.

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Students supported

Across primary, secondary and university education throughout Ethiopia.

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Higher-ed graduates

Blind and visually-impaired graduates now advancing in careers.

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Vocational graduates

Trained in skills that lead to sustainable incomes and independence.

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Regions reached

Addis Ababa, Amhara and Sidama — with expansion ahead.

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1999 Where it began
Est. 2024
Our story

A commitment that became a lasting organization.

What began as personal support for blind students has grown into an Ethiopian nonprofit advancing dignity, access and equal opportunity.

Founder Ato Woldeher Yezengaw began supporting girls with visual impairments and blind church deacons in 1999. From 2012, he dedicated personal income to help blind women at Addis Ababa University overcome educational and social barriers.

Lemelem and Woldeher Perpetual Charity Organization was formally established by Ghion's sister companies on August 20, 2024, under Civil Society Organizations Proclamation No. 1113/2019, with registry number 7375.

“ Education without barriers: empowering skills for a brighter life.
What we do

Practical support across the whole journey.

Our programs address the barriers that limit participation in education, work and community life — from first grade to first job.

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Inclusive Education

Scholarships, pocket money, school materials, Braille resources, assistive devices, digital literacy, mentorship and support for disadvantaged children and orphans.

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Health & Rehabilitation

Medical referrals, physiotherapy, rehabilitation services, mental health support and assistive devices that enable greater independence.

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Livelihoods

Vocational training, entrepreneurship, small-business grants, financial literacy and employment support for sustainable incomes.

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Rights & Advocacy

Disability-rights campaigns, legal awareness, policy advocacy, research and community mobilization to advance equality and gender inclusion.

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Social Inclusion

Community dialogue, awareness programs, counseling, sports and recreation that strengthen belonging and participation.

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Emergency Response

Humanitarian assistance, food and cash support, and disability-inclusive disaster preparedness for people facing urgent need.

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Our vision

Equal access.
Full potential.

A society where every person with a disability has access to quality education and equal opportunities to reach their full potential.

Our mission

Dignity in action.

To improve quality of life through inclusive education, healthcare, livelihoods, advocacy and community empowerment while promoting equality, human rights and sustainable development.

Values we hold
Integrity Inclusion Human dignity Accountability Transparency Equality Collaboration Innovation Compassion
Progress & reach

Growing impact, rooted in community.

  1. 1999

    The work begins

    Direct support for girls with visual impairments and blind church deacons.

  2. 2012

    University support expands

    Dedicated assistance for blind women studying at Addis Ababa University.

  3. 2024

    Official registration

    The organization is formally established as a nonprofit under Proclamation 1113/2019.

  4. 2026

    A growing community

    More than 236 students supported and over 125 graduates advancing in life.

Where we work

Rooted in Ethiopia. Reaching further.

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Addis Ababa

Capital city · university partnerships

Current program coverage

Active

Amhara Region

Northern Ethiopia · rural outreach

Current program coverage

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Sidama Region

Southern Ethiopia · inclusive schools

Current program coverage

Planned

Future expansion

Planning phase

Additional regions as project funding grows

Partnerships

Together, we can remove more barriers.

We welcome collaboration with public institutions, development partners, universities, disability organizations, companies and philanthropic foundations.

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M Ministry of Education
R Regional education bureaus
U Ethiopian universities
O Organizations of Persons with Disabilities
N Local and international NGOs
U UN and donor agencies
C Corporate CSR partners
L Local communities
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Make a difference today

Every gift removes a barrier.

Your support funds scholarships, assistive devices, vocational training and advocacy for persons with disabilities across Ethiopia.

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