Imagine1day has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Gondar to support the implementation of the Leaders in Teaching Ethiopia (LiTE) Program, a national initiative implemented through a consortium led by Imagine1day in partnership with Education Development Trust and Geneva Global Ethiopia. The agreement marks an important milestone in the national effort
A transformative milestone has been achieved in the Qonga community, Yirgachefe District, Gedio Zone, South Ethiopia Regional State. The construction of Qonga Secondary School has been completed by Imagine1day through the generous support of the Costa Foundation and the local community contribution, whose participation has fostered a strong sense of ownership and commitment to the
Female teachers from Leaders in Teaching Ethiopia (LiTE) Program, Imagine1day target schools across five regions of Ethiopia have completed an 11-day Training of Trainers (TOT) on Reusable Sanitary Pad Production, held in Addis Ababa, Kotebe University of Education from May 1 to 11, 2026. The training equipped female educators with practical skills they will cascade
On April 2, 2026, Imagine1day, in partnership with ECW-FER, inaugurated a solar-powered water supply system for the Awigera community and school in Chifra District, Afar Region, Ethiopia. The inauguration was attended by Fekir Mohammed, Representative of the Afar Region Education Bureau and Strategic Partnership Directorate Team Leader; Aiysha Mohammed, Representative of the Afar Region Water
Leaders in Teaching Ethiopia (LiTE) Program established the National Youth Advisory Group (YAG) following a participatory workshop held at the Imagine1day Country Office. The initiative marks a significant step toward placing young people at the center of Ethiopia's education transformation agenda. The LiTE Program is implemented by Imagine1day (lead), EDT, and Geneva Global Ethiopia. The
"I used to fear speaking up in class, even when I knew the answer. Now, thanks to the life skill session I have been attending I feel confident enough to speak out and share my thoughts with no fear," says Urji Hamsalu, 11-year-old grade five student at Hagamsa Bal’a Primary School in West Wollega zone
"When I grow up and have my own business, I want to buy a house for my family and never let them stay at the IDP site anymore," says 8-year-old Rehima Kemal, her voice filled with determination beyond her years. Her dream is not just about a better life for herself, but about lifting her
Naod participating in gender club “Before, we used to laugh or tease girls if they got blood stains on their clothes. We didn’t know. I feel ashamed when I remember that after I joined the gender club, and I learned through a KFW-funded UNICEF project implemented by Imagine1day. Now, I help them. I
"I used to believe that female circumcision was a symbol of cleanliness, honor, and culture. But now, I am working to end it, for the sake of our girls and their future," says Tari Dalacha, her voice filled with conviction and passion. Tari, a 59-year-old woman from Deka Kala Kebele in Liben District, East Borana
“I used to miss school for five days every month. Now I don’t miss a single day.” Kulsuma Hashu, a 13-year-old in grade 7 at Sidehafage Primary School in Ethiopia’s Afar region, remembers how different life was before Imagine1day arrived in her village. Kulsuma says, “We didn’t have sanitary pads, and I was always worried
