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About Walia Charity Association in North America
Our Story: Breaking the Cycle in Adi Arkay and Telemt Zone North Gondar Zone, Ethiopia
Walia Charity Association in North America was founded on the deep commitment to uplift and empower one of the most underserved communities in Ethiopia: Adiarkay and Telemt, located in the North Gondar Zone. We believe that geographic isolation and poverty should not dictate a person’s destiny and that targeted, collective effort can dramatically transform lives.
Our focus is hyper-local and deeply personal, recognizing that effective change begins by supporting the individuals and families who are most vulnerable within the community structure.
Our Mission Statement
Our mission statement is to provide vital support to the most vulnerable populations in Adiarkay and Telemt, North Gondar Zone, Ethiopia. Specifically, we focus on empowering disadvantaged children, single parents, and senior adults, striving to break cycles of poverty and foster hope. Through collective efforts, we aim to create lasting change and improve the well-being of those we serve.
Our Vision
Our Vision is a future where poverty is eradicated, hope is restored, and the Adiarkay community flourishes, with Walia Charity Association in North America as a beacon of compassion and service.
Our Story
Walia Charity Association in North America was founded in the year 2020 by a group of dedicated individuals committed to supporting disadvantaged individuals of the community in the towns of Adiarkay and Telemt in the North Gondar zone, Ethiopia.
Early Years
We began by providing essential food support to vulnerable senior families in Adiarkay and Telemt, North Gondar Zone. Our name, “Walia,” honors the community’s inspiring resilience.
Growth and Impact
Over time, we expanded our programs to include:
War displacement outreach:
Through our war displacement outreach in 2022-2023, we assisted around 12,000 displaced children, women, and seniors with food donations in Debark, 80 kilometers from their hometown. Partnering with our Gondar branch, we provided vital aid to internally displaced persons over the past three years, helping mitigate the consequences of conflict and displacement.
North Gondar Drought Response Efforts:
During the devastating drought in2024 in North Gondar, our organization successfully reached and assisted approximately 7,000 individuals in dire need. We provided essential food aid, and our Gondar branch played a vital role in facilitating the transportation of these critical supplies. The response from the community was overwhelmingly grateful, with countless individuals expressing profound appreciation when we arrived with much-needed assistance
Key Milestones
Walia Charity Association Key Milestones (2021-2024)
Humanitarian Aid:
Assisted 12,000 displaced individuals in Debark (2021-2023)
Supported 7,000 drought-affected individuals in North Gondar (2024)
Cumulative Impact:
Reached 19,000 vulnerable individuals
Mitigated conflict and disaster consequences
Community Impact:
Alleviated hunger and suffering
Fostered hope and resilience through essential interventions
Today
We continue to support thousands in Adiarkay and Telemt, fostering self-sustainability and hope. Join us in making a difference.
