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Empowering orphans through family-based care and sustainable support.
Empowering orphans through family-based care and sustainable support.
Our comprehensive model provides uninterrupted support to orphans, including WHO-standard nutrition, healthcare coverage, and academic materials to ensure long-term sustainability.
We transform the lives of vulnerable orphaned children by providing a protective shield of health, education, and legal dignity. Inspired by social justice and spiritual duty.
From supporting 1,234 elderly citizens annually to providing for Quran students, Abizeer is a community-driven movement built on trust, transparency, and accountability.
Scheduled, Monthly, provision of nutritious food to households caring for orphans and other vulnerable children Ad hoc provision of meat and other food stuff, as prescribed by the sponsors Promote community-based food sharing events
Facilitate vocational and life skill trainings to vulnerable orphans and adults, Promote Women Economic Empowerment Promote Youth Economy, Facilitate Seed Money , Promote Micro-Finance initiatives among beneficiaries
Cover annual fees of Community Based Health Insurance Scheme for all family members of the targets’ households Facilitate Bi-annual General Examination and Clinical tests . Special, Life-long Supports for beneficiaries with Chronic Diseases Promote Community-Based Health Education.
Provision of Educational Materials at the beginning of academic year under “Education for All” motto Facilitate Tutorial Sessions for Better Academic Achievement Promote Psycho-social Supports for Greater Retention Rate Promote Adult Literacy
Facilitate Special Needs Supports Encourage Establishment of Community-Based Sport and Recreational Facilities Run ACDO Health Sport Team Facilitate Tutorial Sessions for Better Academic Achievement. Promote Adult Literacy
Facilitate legal protection for Vulnerable Children and Adults Promote Legal Literacy of beneficiaries and their care givers/guardians Sensitizing communities about the rights and responsibilities of children
To ensure every vulnerable child and adult experiences a life of dignity, opportunity, and fullness.
To transform the lives of vulnerable children and adults by providing a protective shield of holistic support and planting the seed of long-term economic independence and legal dignity.
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Years of Uninterrupted Support
Origins: Inspired by the legacy of Abu Dharr—the companion of the Prophet (ﷺ) renowned for his commitment to social justice—Jemal Abdu began a mission to serve the most marginalized members of society: orphans. What began as a personal spiritual journey evolved into the Abizeer Community Development Organization (ACDO).
Registered on October 8, 2019 (Registry No. 4489) under Proclamation No. 1113/2019
Operational Excellence: Headquartered in Addis Ababa (Bisrate Gabriel, Shimekit Building), ACDO maintains a primary logistics hub in Bati to ensure efficient distribution.
Our organization is led by high-level professionals and governed by robust, tailored policies covering as HR, Finance, Safeguarding, and Procurement to ensure the highest standards of transparency and service delivery.
Bati Beneficiaries
Bati Beneficiaries
Asayta Beneficiaries
ACDO opens its doors for those who deserve supports and attention regardless their religion, ethnic, race and other variables
Ethical Motivation: ACDO views caring for the vulnerable as a fundamental spiritual and moral duty shared across major world religions.
Kafala Principles: Adheres to Islamic teachings of guardianship, emphasizing holistic care, financial protection, and mercy towards orphans.
The unimpeded flow of timely and reliable information
Downward Transparency (to Beneficiaries): Providing children and their guardians with clear, simple information about their rights, what services they should expect, and how to complain if something is wrong.
Upward Transparency (to Donors & Government): Submitting accurate annual performance and audit reports t>o ACSO. In 2025, NGOs must
Internal Transparency (to Staff): Ensuring employees understand the organization’s financial health, hiring processes, and decision-making criteria.
Upward Accountability (to Government and Donors): Financial Reporting (The 80/20 Rule); Annual Audits; Impact Reporting
Downward Accountability (to beneficiaries): Complaints & Feedback Mechanisms (CFM); Informed Participation; and Transparency of Eligibility
Horizontal/Internal Accountability (within ACDO): Board Oversight; Peer Monitoring; and Self-Regulation
Ensures that this information represents the truth without manipulation
Truthful Storytelling-Never using "sensationalized" or fake stories of suffering to raise money. Full Disclosure-Applicants must honestly disclose any past criminal history . Incident Reporting-Reporting an incident exactly as it happened, without "polishing" the facts to protect the ACDO’s image
ACDO ensures that the most marginalized voices are heard first.
Gender Equality: mainstream gender issues in every stages of program management; no discrimination based on sex. Vulnerable Groups: Proactively seeking the input of people with disabilities,
ACDO program and admin officers are committed to human dignity, believing that every person possesses inherent worth.
At ACDO, all content is captured and shared in strict accordance with our Safeguarding Policy to ensure the dignity and protection of every individual involved
ACDO believes that saving creates extra capacity to support extra vulnerable child/adult
Time value of support: Supporting timely enhances the perceived value of support; scheduled support package helps beneficiaries to be programmed and plan their supplementary needs by themselves. Full Disclosure-Applicants must honestly disclose any past criminal history . Incident Reporting-Reporting an incident exactly as it happened, without "polishing" the facts to protect the ACDO’s image
Provide Comprehensive support; Individualized-Group Balance; Child/Adult-Friendly; Sustainability-Focused
Non-Negotiable Standards: Immediate and decisive action is taken against any form of abuse or harassment.. Universal Accountability: The policy applies equally to all, from the General Manager and Board of Directors to volunteers and contractors.. Enforcement: Proven allegations result in immediate contract termination and referral to the Federal Police.. Detection: Maintaining multiple safe and anonymous channels for whistleblowing
Best Interests: Every decision (budget, staffing) prioritizes the child’s well-being above all else. Participation: Children are given a voice through "Child Councils" and feedback sessions.
Non-Discrimination: Services are tailored for all, including specialized support for those with disabilities as visually impaired. Family-Based Care: Recognizing that a child’s best "support system" is a family, not an institution.. Holistic Growth: Programs move beyond survival to include psychosocial and social development. Full Disclosure-Applicants must honestly disclose any past criminal history . Incident Reporting-Reporting an incident exactly as it happened, without "polishing" the facts to protect the ACDO’s image
Explore the variety of volunteer opportunities available. From event planning and fundraising to fieldwork and administrative support, there are many ways to lend your talents. Find the perfect fit for your skills and interests.
Explore the variety of volunteer opportunities available. From event planning and fundraising to fieldwork and administrative support, there are many ways to lend your talents. Find the perfect fit for your skills and interests.
Explore the variety of volunteer opportunities available. From event planning and fundraising to fieldwork and administrative support, there are many ways to lend your talents. Find the perfect fit for your skills and interests.
Explore the variety of volunteer opportunities available. From event planning and fundraising to fieldwork and administrative support, there are many ways to lend your talents. Find the perfect fit for your skills and interests.
"As a donor, transparency is everything to me. ACDO’s strict adherence to the 80/20 funding rule and their open financial auditing gives me complete confidence. Knowing exactly how my contribution transforms into WHO-standard nutrition packages for orphans in Bati makes them a gold standard for charity."
"ACDO doesn’t just offer temporary aid; they change the system. By fully covering annual CBHI fees for entire target households in towns like Harbu and Assayta, they have completely alleviated the healthcare burden on vulnerable caregivers. A brilliant implementation of the Family-Based Care Model!"
"ACDO kept their promise of planting the 'Seed of economic independence'. After providing me with full educational materials throughout school, they facilitated my vocational training and provided the seed money to launch my workshop. I am fully self-sufficient now."
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