Care for the Needy (CfN)
Care for the Needy is a humanitarian and development organisation committed to supporting vulnerable and crisis-affected communities. Through integrated programmes in protection, mental health and psychosocial support, gender equality, youth empowerment and community resilience, we work to promote dignity, inclusion and sustainable community well-being.
Discover More About Us →What We Do
We work with vulnerable communities to promote dignity, protection, inclusion and resilience through integrated humanitarian and development programmes.
Mental Health and Psychosocial Support
Promoting mental well-being, coping skills and access to psychosocial support.
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Gender Equality and GBV Prevention
Promoting gender equality and safer communities while preventing and responding to GBV.
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Protection and Humanitarian Assistance
Supporting displaced and vulnerable people through protection, assistance and referrals.
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Youth Empowerment
Building young people's leadership, life skills and participation in community development.
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Diversity and Inclusion
Promoting equal opportunities, participation and respect for everyone.
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Community Resilience and Capacity Building
Strengthening the capacity of communities, volunteers and local actors.
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Peacebuilding and Social Cohesion
Encouraging dialogue, peaceful coexistence and trust among communities.
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Training and Technical Support
Providing training and technical assistance to strengthen stakeholder knowledge and skills.
Learn More →Organizational Objectives
Care for the Needy pursues these objectives to promote dignity, inclusion, resilience, and sustainable well-being among vulnerable and crisis-affected communities.
Promote Mental Health and Psychosocial Well-being
Promote the mental health and psychosocial well-being of vulnerable, marginalized, and crisis-affected populations.
Advance Gender Equality and Address Gender-Based Violence
Advance gender equality and contribute to the prevention of and response to gender-based violence.
Empower Youth
Empower young people through life skills development, leadership, capacity building, and meaningful participation.
Promote Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Equity
Promote diversity, inclusion, equal opportunities, and social equity for all.
Strengthen Individual and Community Resilience
Enhance the capacity of individuals and communities to cope with and recover from adversity, conflict, displacement, and other humanitarian challenges.
Contribute to Humanitarian Response
Support humanitarian interventions addressing the needs of internally displaced people and other vulnerable populations.
Build Community and Institutional Capacity
Strengthen the capacities of community members, volunteers, frontline workers, and local organizations through training, mentorship, and awareness-raising.
Promote Peacebuilding and Social Cohesion
Foster peaceful coexistence, social cohesion, and constructive community engagement.
Establish Strategic Partnerships
Develop and strengthen partnerships with humanitarian organizations, government institutions, donors, and other stakeholders to expand the reach and sustainability of interventions.
Promote Community Participation and Accountability
Encourage meaningful community participation, accountability, and locally led solutions.
Support Sustainable Community Development
Advance sustainable community development through context-sensitive interventions that strengthen local capacities and promote long-term well-being.
Building dignity, strengthening resilience, and creating opportunities for every community.
Our Partners & Collaborators
We collaborate with institutions, organizations, and development partners to strengthen our impact and create lasting change.
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We welcome your questions, inquiries, and opportunities to work together. Visit us or get in touch through the contact details below.
Our Location
Mekelle University, Adi Haki Campus,
Mekelle, Tigray, Ethiopia