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There's a place for you in this work

Lasting development happens through partnership. Whether you represent an institution, a business, or you're an individual who wants to help, here's how to start.

Partner With Us

We collaborate with government institutions, development partners, civil society organizations and the private sector on programs across education, health, agriculture, environment and governance.

Start a Partnership

Volunteer

Bring your skills to our programs on the ground — from facilitating community trainings to supporting monitoring & evaluation, communications, or documentation of indigenous knowledge.

Offer Your Time

Support Our Work

Donations and in-kind contributions help fund program delivery across our seven strategic areas, directly reaching women, youth, smallholder farmers, pastoralist and marginalized communities.

Why Partner With CESD

A trusted, accountable local partner

Indigenous and community-led development
Evidence-based and participatory approach
Strong governance and accountability
Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Proven experience and local knowledge
Building resilient and self-reliant communities

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Registered & Accountable

CESD is registered by the Ethiopian Authority for Civil Society Organizations (ACSO) under Proclamation No. 1113/2019, Registration No. 7895 — giving partners and donors confidence in our legal standing and governance.

Ready to take the next step?

Send us a message and let us know how you'd like to get involved — our team will follow up directly.

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