Mission
The mission of FIDA is to support destitute women, and vulnerable adolescents and
children in an effort to improve their livelihood and to enable them to be self-supporting
and have greater control over their lives through the promotion of participatory and
sustainable development programs.
Child Sponsorship
Many Ethiopian children have lost one or both of their parents. HIV/AIDS along with other illnesses has devastated the young adult population of Ethiopia leaving many children in a dire state of poverty. The effect of these individual tragedies ensures that many of the newest generation of Ethiopians suffer from malnutrition & poor sanitation putting them at very high risk of succumbing to similar fate of their parent(s). Without a provider, young children are forced out on the street either to beg or to try and earn whatever meager income they can manage, making it almost impossible to receive any formal education, missing out on the chance of a better life.
What is the FIDA child sponsorship scheme?
The basic idea behind the child sponsorship scheme is to finance the family of a child, such that they can support his/her education. Replacing the need for that child to either earn or beg an added income for the family. FIDA is based within the community that this scheme operates, and can guarantee that those worst off are first in line to receive this vital aid.
Sponsoring a child will ensure the provision of:
- A home to live in.
- Medical care when sick.
- School materials such as books and a uniform.
- Clothing and shoes.
- Blankets and bed sheets.
After experiencing the loss of both parents, FIDA believes that it is best to keep a child in familiar surroundings, amongst family and friends who otherwise could not afford their upkeep. Your generous donation will enable us to do that.
