Healthy Community, Sustainable Environment
Supporting the efforts of government, communities, and partners in bringing socioeconomic transformation in Ethiopia and broader Africa.
The Hailemariam & Roman Foundation (HRF) was established in April 2018 as a non-profit international NGO based on the agreement reached with the Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.
The founders, the Former Prime Minister of Ethiopia, H.E. Mr. Hailemariam Dessalegn and the Former First Lady of Ethiopia, H.E. Mrs. Roman Tesfaye, have an unwavering commitment to continue working with the government, people, and partners to support national and regional efforts in bringing socioeconomic transformation in Ethiopia and broader Africa.
Regions whose families will see increased income from agriculture:
People whose food security will be improved:
Our Latest News
H.E. Hailemariam Calls for New Phase of African Liberation Focused on Economic Transformation and Sustainable Development
H.E. Hailemariam Dessalegn, AGRA Board Chair and former Prime Minister of Ethiopia, has called on Africans...
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Building Local Capacity on Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture, Improved Livestock Production and Value Chain Systems
The Hailemariam & Roman Foundation (HRF), in collaboration with the South Omo Zone Agriculture Department, conducted...
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Strengthening Family Planning Services through Capacity Building in South Ethiopia
The Hailemariam & Roman Foundation (HRF), in collaboration with the South Ethiopia Regional Health Bureau and...
Read MoreH.E. Hailemariam Calls for New Phase of African Liberation Focused on Economic Transformation and Sustainable Development
H.E. Hailemariam Dessalegn, AGRA Board Chair and former Prime Minister of Ethiopia, has called on Africans...
Read MoreBuilding Local Capacity on Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture, Improved Livestock Production and Value Chain Systems
The Hailemariam & Roman Foundation (HRF), in collaboration with the South Omo Zone Agriculture Department, conducted...
Read MoreStrengthening Family Planning Services through Capacity Building in South Ethiopia
The Hailemariam & Roman Foundation (HRF), in collaboration with the South Ethiopia Regional Health Bureau and...
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HRF Reviews YES Project Progress with Stakeholders
The Hailemariam & Roman Foundation (HRF) held its annual performance review of the Youth Self- Employment...
Read MoreOur Programs
Agricultural Transformation, Food & Nutrition Security
The project aims to enhance agricultural productivity and value chain systems in the pastoral and agro-pastoral communities of Ethiopia, contributing to improved gender-inclusive household incomes and food and nutrition security.
Climate-Smart Conservation & Ecotourism (CSCET)
The project is dedicated to enhancing biodiversity and natural biological processes, both above and below the ground, with the goal of achieving improved and sustained crop productivity. We also place strong emphasis on climate change adaptation and mitigation.
Maternal, Neonatal, & Child Health (MNCH) & Nutrition
The project focuses on reducing maternal and child morbidity and mortality caused by major health challenges. By fostering healthier communities, we aim to enhance climate-smart conservation agriculture, empower women and youth economically, and support broader socioeconomic development initiatives.
Youth & Women Economic Empowerment (Y&WEE)
Our work is aimed at reducing unemployment, among the youth and women, through the creation of employment opportunities in a variety of areas. We promote girls’ education and school meals programs in underprivileged communities to unleash the full potential of young girls and women with positive returns on gender equality and the economic empowerment of families and communities.
Geographic Focus Areas
“We want to set an example to show that it is possible to incorporate sustainable community-led eco-tourism initiatives that protect our natural resources, rather than drain them, in order to drive agriculture transformation and food security, while progressing economically and socially.”
