By Ketema Tesema | Manager
Progressing Report on Empower 100 youth In IGA and Leadership–project April/ 12/2026
Introduction
Dire Dawa development Association (DDDA) is a non-profit, membership-based local NGO established in 1993 with a mission to contribute towards the socio-economic development effort of the region through sustainable integrated community based programs primarily focused on Livelihoods, Empowerment, Health, Education, Food Security, Environment Conservation and Natural resources management. It is registered as Ethiopian resident charity with registration number4027.
Our association is raising funds through online fundraising in partnership with GlobalGiving. The goal of the fundraising program is increasing income earning capacity of 100 youth in Dire Dawa Town, So that youth can increase their leadership ability and their participation in social, political and economic activities. In the long term this project aspires to see; improved livelihoods for marginalized youth in the target area.
The total amount of raising money is $.77,745
Campaign Summary
In this reporting period, we have invited individuals and organizations from all over the world to participate in the fundraising
1. We have campaigned on social media
2. We have sent invitations to various embassies and our partners abroad through letters
3. We have sent messages to influential political leaders via WhatsApp and Telegram.
4. We posted all project links in our website.
Financial Report
Transaction has not yet made.
In Conclusion
Dear Valued Donors, On behalf of the entire Dire Dawa Development Association team, we sincerely thank you for your generous support! With your financial support the project can lead to significant societal changes, including increased civic engagement, improved economic opportunities, reduced social inequalities, stronger community cohesion, and a generation of leaders equipped to tackle future challenges, by fostering self-confidence, leadership skills, and a sense of agency among young people, enabling them to actively participate in decision-making processes and contribute to their communities.
During this reporting period, we made a lot of effort to raise the target amount.
We are incredibly grateful for your belief in our mission. We hope you will continue to support our work by:
Sincerely,
Ketema Tesema
Dire Dawa Development Association Manager
Mobile: +251915734922
Email: ketesema@yahoo.com
Website: www.dda.org.et
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