The Hailemariam & Roman Foundation (HRF) was established in April 2018 as 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 unwavering commitment to continue working with the government, people, and partners to support national and regional efforts in bringing socioeconomic transformation in Ethiopia and the broader Horn of Africa.
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The Forum Focusing on Protecting National Parks for Development and Prosperity was held
The Hailemariam and Roman Foundation (HRF), in collaboration with the Ethiopian Wildlife Conservation Authority (EWCA) hosted a conference today at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Addis Ababa themed...
It Is Imperative to Join Hands and Contribute to Climate Resilience and Green Economy
It's easy to feel pessimistic when scientists around the world are warning that climate change has advanced so far, it's now inevitable that societies will either transform themselves or be...
The CEO of HRF met with Switzerland’s Ambassador
The CEO of HRF met with Switzerland's Ambassador ---------------------------------------- H.E. Roman Tesfaye, the former First Lady of FDRE and CEO of the Hailemariam & Roman Foundation, had a...
A Working Visit Focused on Promoting Climate Resilience and Ecotourism
A high-level delegation from the Hailemariam and Roman Foundation with stakeholders has paid a working visit focused on environmental protection and ecotourism in & around Omo and Mago...
A discussion Forum on Community Conservation Area Held in South Omo Zone
A high-level delegation from the Hailemariam and Roman Foundation had consulted with local elders from various walks of life on community conservation areas. The meeting was attended by local elders...
Hailemariam & Roman Foundation Signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Office
Hailemariam & Roman Foundation (HRF) and the Federal HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Office (Federal HAPCO) have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance common objectives of combating...
Our Programmes
Climate-Smart Conservation
and Eco-Tourism
Through advocacy, networking and partnership with stakeholders at home and abroad.
Maternal & Child Health
and Nutrition
Focusing on maternal, neonatal and child health including family planning, ANC, delivery, PNC, IMNCI, HIV/AIDS, and nutrition with a focus on the first 1000 days of life.
“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 progress economically and socially.”
– H.E. Mr. Hailemariam Dessalegn, Former Prime Minister of Ethiopia
“To realize our vision of a healthy and economically empowered community in a well conserved environment, we will focus on maternal and child health and nutrition by promoting prevention and integrated delivery of life-saving services.”
– H.E. Mrs. Roman Tesfaye, Former First Lady of Ethiopia