About us

Who we are

Vision, Mission, and Values of Yegna Lijoch Autism Association

YEGNA LIJOCH AUTISM ASSOCIATION  officially registered on June 24,
2016 E.C. or July 01, 2024 G.C. with registration number 7301 under the Civil
Society Organizations Proclamation given by the Authority for Civil Society
Organizations. Based on the legal certificate provided, it has started regular
operational activities, and the following vision, mission, and values are established:

Today, we work tirelessly to build an inclusive society through awareness campaigns, support programs, and community engagement—ensuring that no child is left behind.

Our approach

Our Mission
To ensure that individuals within the autism spectrum and their families can live fulfilling lives through policy advocacy for rights protection, research and study, training, support, awareness-raising, and community engagement initiatives.

Whether it’s access to therapy, education, advocacy, or emotional support, we are committed to meeting children and their families where they are—ensuring that no one feels alone in their journey.

Our Vision
All individuals within the autism spectrum will be educated in a way that preserves their quality of life, actively participating in their communities, being respected, and fully engaged in all aspects of life.

 Our goal is to create an environment where children on the spectrum and their families have access to the necessary resources, support systems, and opportunities to lead fulfilling lives.

Our Values
  • Continuous learning
  • Working collaboratively
  • Promoting equality
  • Embracing diversity
  • Hope
  • Sustainable effectiveness
  • Transparency in governance
  • Utilizing internal capacities     effectively
  • Supporting those in need
Our Partners

Our numbers that speak

We have numbers that push us to give in our best and make sure that we break our own records. We are happy to be growing and helping more day by day.

Families we plan to support
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Children we plan to reach.
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Our Team

W/ro Kulen Ibrahim

Member of The Assembly & Association’s President

W/ro Seblewengel Alebel

Member of the Assembly & General Assembly Chairwomen

Ato shimelis Mebratu (D/r)

Member of The Assembly & General Assembly Secretory

W/ro Aziza Kedir

Member of The Assembly & Association’s Treasurer

W/ro Eden Abate

Member of The Assembly & Foreign Public Relation

Ato Bewketu Teshome

Member of The Assembly

W/ro Tseday Dima

Member of The Assembly & Association’s Finance Head

Ato Khalid Nigusse (Eng)

Member of The Assembly & General Assembly Deputy Chairman