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Light for GenerationEthiopia
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About Light for Generation Ethiopia

A non-profit organization established to support government initiatives in building safer, more resilient communities.

Our Mission

To support government initiatives in building safer, more resilient communities. We empower communities to proactively manage risks and enhance wellbeing through integrated programs in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Humanitarian Action, Climate Change Adaptation, Education and Health, WASH and Infrastructure, Human Rights and Gender Equality, Refugee Support, and Research, Capacity Building, and Community Development. Through innovative solutions, evidence-based interventions, and strategic partnerships, we strengthen the capacity of communities—especially women, youth, and marginalized groups—to lead transformative change, reduce vulnerabilities, and achieve sustainable development.

Our Vision

A resilient, inclusive, and empowered society where communities withstand disasters, adapt to climate change, and thrive with equitable access to essential services and robust infrastructure.

Our Strategic Objectives

Deliver Early Warnings and Build Preparedness – Equip communities with timely, actionable alerts and risk awareness.

Promote Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction – Engage vulnerable groups in planning, response, and recovery.

Advance Comprehensive Climate and Disaster Management – Integrate research, climate adaptation, and risk-informed decision-making.

Strengthen Infrastructure and Essential Services – Build resilient health, education, WASH, and community facilities.

Champion Human Rights and Gender Equality – Ensure equitable participation, protection, and opportunity for all.

Support Humanitarian Action and Refugees – Deliver targeted, timely assistance to affected populations.

Foster Research, Knowledge, and Capacity Building – Enhance community and institutional ability to manage risks effectively.

Drive Community-Development and Sustainable Livelihoods – Enable self-reliance, economic opportunity, and adaptive capacity.

Our Core Values

Early Action & Preparedness

Inclusiveness & Equity

Resilience & Sustainability

Innovation & Evidence-Based Practice

Collaboration & Partnership

Empowerment & Participation

Essential Services & Wellbeing

Human Rights & Gender Equality

Excellence & Accountability

Light for Generation (LFG) – Organizational Structure

Board of Directors
Executive Director
Programs Manager
Finance & Admin Manager
MEAL Manager
Communications & Advocacy Head
DRR & Climate Change
Health & Nutrition
Education & Community Development
WASH & Infrastructure
Human Rights & Gender Equality
Humanitarian Action
Refugee Support
Research, Capacity Buiding & Training
Human Resource Team
Logistics Office
Finance Team
Lead Field Coordinator Community Outreach & Engagement

Our Structure in Detail

Board of Directors

Provides overall governance, strategic direction, and organizational oversight.

Executive Director

Leads and oversees all operations, strategic implementation, and partnership development across programs and departments.

Senior Management Team

Reports to the Executive Director.

  • Programs Manager
  • Finance & Administration Manager
  • MEAL Manager (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning)
  • Communications & Advocacy Head

Programs Manager

Responsible for the planning, coordination, and supervision of all programmatic activities.

Programs under the Programs Manager:

  • Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) & Climate Change Program
  • Health & Nutrition Program
  • Education & Community Development Program
  • WASH & Infrastructure Program
  • Human Rights, Gender Equality & Humanitarian Action Program
  • Refugee Support Program
  • Research, Capacity Building & Training Program

Reporting to the Programs Manager:

  • Lead Field Coordinator (Community Outreach & Engagement, Local Field Support, Field-Level Monitoring & Evaluation)

Finance & Administration Manager

Oversees the organization’s financial management, procurement, logistics, administration, and human resources functions.

Units under the Finance & Administration Manager:

  • Finance & Accounting Unit
  • Human Resources Unit
  • Logistics & Procurement Unit
  • Administration Support

MEAL Manager

Ensures project quality assurance, learning, and accountability mechanisms are effectively implemented and reported.

Communications & Advocacy Head

Leads visibility, media relations, public engagement, and policy advocacy initiatives.

Meet Our Team

Portrait of Temesgen Lerebo (PhD)

Temesgen Lerebo (PhD)

Founder and Executive Director

Provides strategic leadership, ensures alignment with organizational vision and mission, oversees program implementation, and fosters partnerships with government, donors, and stakeholders.

Portrait of Fikreab Mekebo

Fikreab Mekebo

Program Manager

Leads the design, implementation, and monitoring of programs across DRR, climate change, health, education, WASH, infrastructure, human rights, gender equality, humanitarian action, refugee support, research, capacity building, and community development. Ensures programs are impactful, sustainable, and aligned with LFG’s objectives.

Portrait of Tinsae Tsegaye

Tinsae Tsegaye

Lead Field Coordinator

Oversees field operations, manages on-the-ground program activities, coordinates with local communities, and ensures timely and effective implementation of LFG initiatives. Monitors field progress, reports challenges, and supports adaptive program planning.