WOE

WISE: WOMEN WITH VISION

Focus, WOE, WOE 2023 / / By

Women in Self-Employment (WISE) is one of the few organizations in Ethiopia that practices the Social Enterprise model, not only conceptually but also technically & practically. It is the collective work of three independent entities; WISE the non-governmental organization under which all were formed, Savings & Credit Cooperatives Union (SACCO Union) which is the umbrella body that provides different services to 100 SACCOs in Addis Ababa and Meleket Training Services, the income generating wing.

Rekik Bekele

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Born and raised in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, I grew up in a household of seven children. With five brothers and only one sister, helping around the house with chores was primarily the responsibility of the girls.

Dr. Mulu Muleta

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My journey began in the picturesque village of Abebe Buri, in the year 1961 GC. Born into a family of hardworking farmers, I graced this world as the eldest daughter of my three younger brothers.

Rahel Abayneh

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I was born in Jimma in 1970 and relocated to Addis Ababa where I grew up. I have one brother & three sisters.

Women of Excellence (WOE)

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Women of Excellence (WOE) is one of AWiB’s flagship events that started in 2012 with the aim of cultivating the culture of appreciation and documentation.