Future Initiative – Connected with Getaway Skilled Talent

The International Friendship Association (IFA) gGmbH is preparing to establish the Multipurpose Training Centre of Excellence in Ethiopia as a future project, once funding is secured. This initiative will be closely linked with our Getaway Skilled Talent program, creating a strong pathway for Ethiopian youth and professionals to access vocational training, German language preparation, and international placement opportunities.

Through this future centre, we aim to:

• Build capacity by providing tailored training programs for Ethiopia’s workforce.
• Create meaningful employment opportunities within Ethiopia.
• Empower individuals with competencies to meet labour demands in both Ethiopia and Germany.
• Bridge skill gaps by connecting trained talent with German employers.
• Offer German language training to job seekers preparing for opportunities abroad.
• Implement vocational education and training (VET) programs with action-oriented learning.
• Establish a state-of-the-art facility equipped with modern tools and methodologies.

This planned initiative represents our commitment to sustainable development, international collaboration, and workforce empowerment. By connecting the Training Centre with Getaway Skilled Talent, we will foster integration, opportunity, and mutual benefit for Ethiopia and Germany.

Join Us

Through these efforts, IFA gGmbH is committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and communities, both locally and internationally. By creating pathways for skill development, integration, and collaboration, we aim to build a brighter future for all.

We invite you to partner with us, support our initiatives, and join our mission to inspire change and foster understanding. Together, we can make a difference.

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German Ambassador’s Visit to Dodola Community Development Center – February 24, 2010

On February 24, 2010, the International Friendship Association (IFA) hosted a special visit by the German Ambassador to Ethiopia, Dr. Claas D. Knoop, at the Dodola Community Development Centre. The event highlighted IFA’s commitment to grassroots empowerment and international cooperation.

The Dodola Centre, financed by dvv International’s Integrated Women Empowerment Project (IWEP) and the KNH Micro Project Fund for Community Development, serves as a vital hub for local capacity building. During the visit, Ambassador Knoop engaged with community members, observed project activities, and held discussions with IFA’s Managing Director, Mr. Gemeda Nure Firo.

This moment underscored the enduring partnership between Ethiopian communities and German development organizations, with a shared vision of inclusive growth, education, and sustainable impact.

German Embassy Recommendation