25,000+
Children reached
Child rights · Community protection
Children Are the Center of Our Work!
Protecting and advancing children's rights.
Ratson: empowers children, strengthens communities, and creates lasting change through locally led programs, trusted partnerships, and accountable governance.
25,000+ children reached
6
Regions active
52+
Staff and field workers
31
Partners and networks
Foundation
Guided by purpose, accountable to communities.
A future of self-reliant, inclusive communities where children's rights are fully realized, women are empowered, and all are free from psychosocial and economic burdens.
To create lasting change by supporting community-led solutions that advance child rights, empower women and youth, promote quality and inclusive education for all, and protect the environment.
We are the architect of a self-reliant future, relentlessly focused on scripting dignity and opportunity. Ratson is the compass for change, passionately dedicated to igniting the full potential and holistic well-being of every woman, youth, and child.
Trusted Partners
CCRDA
CSEC
ECRAN
ORHA
African Child Policy Forum
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News & reports
September 11, 2026
Ratson Marks 30 Years of Community-Centered Development
Since 1995, Ratson has grown from a local initiative into a multi-region organization advancing the rights and dignity of children, youth, and women across Ethiopia.
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September 9, 2026
Empowering Educators for Impact!
Across the vibrant communities of Ada’a and Gumbichu, a transformational shift in local education took root as Ratson successfully wrapped up a series of intensive Structured Accelerated Learning Program (SALP) teacher training workshops.
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September 9, 2026
Ratson Partners with The Luminos Fund to Deliver Structured Accelerated Learning Program in Ada’a District
Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) form the core of a child's lifelong educational journey. To tackle existing national gaps in foundational skills, Ratson, in technical and financial partnership with The Luminos Fund, successfully hosted an intensive five-day training workshop focused on the Structured Accelerated Learning Program (SALP).
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August 26, 2026
Advancing Accelerated Learning: Ratson Launches SALP Training in Bishoftu
Ratson has launched initial training on the Structured Accelerated Learning Program (SALP) at Tokuma Primary School in Bishoftu town. The training targets 50 key stakeholders from the Ada’a district, including school directors (11 of whom are female), cluster supervisors, and government officials.
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August 25, 2026
Ratson Trains 32 Educators in Activity-Based Learning to Re-Engage 500 Out-of-School Children
GIMBICHU CHEFEDONSA — Local organization Ratson has successfully concluded a five-day training on Activity-Based Learning (ABL) for facilitators under its Second Chance Education initiative.
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August 12, 2026
👏🌍✨Championing Youth Voices: Ratson Delegates East Showa Zone Child Parliament President to Global Nairobi Summit👏🌍✨
Ratson was proud to delegate Tedros Gare Dadi, President of the East Showa Zone Child Parliament, to attend the International Conference on the Protection of Children Affected by Armed Conflict and Climate Change in Nairobi, Kenya.
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Project Kick-off, Sida Sweden Sverige
Civil Society Strengthening Programme for Children Rights, running from 2026 to 2029.
Impact proof
Measured impact, shown where the work happens.
25,000+
Children reached
6
Regions active
52+
Staff and field workers
31
Partners and networks
Where we work
Programs across 6 regions of Ethiopia — Addis Ababa, Oromia, Amhara, Sidama, and SNNP.
Success stories
People remember the change when they can follow one child's path.
Before joining
A child or young person faces pressure at home, limited school support, or weak protection awareness in the community.
Today
With community follow-up, education support, and trusted adults nearby, the story becomes one of safety, participation, and dignity.
Read More StoriesDonor confidence
Trust is a visible part of the product.
Ratson: operates with open governance, published financials, and accessible program data — so donors and partners can verify the work before they invest in it.
30 years of uninterrupted child rights work in Ethiopia
Board-guided strategic and financial accountability
Annual reports, research, policies, and public resources
Partner networks supporting child protection and advocacy
Programs
Program areas with clear audiences and measurable work.
From child rights advocacy to inclusive education and youth empowerment — every program has a clear audience, defined locations, and measurable outcomes.
6,500 children reached
Child Rights Advocacy
Supporting children through legal awareness, protection messaging, community education, and local referral pathways.
- Audience
- Children, caregivers, community leaders
- Locations
- Urban and community-based program areas
120 schools supported
Inclusive Education
Helping children stay connected to learning through family support, school collaboration, and targeted community follow-up.
- Audience
- School-age children and families
- Locations
- Schools and neighborhood centers
52 trained facilitators
Youth Empowerment
Equipping young people with psychosocial support, life skills, participation opportunities, and pathways to community leadership.
- Audience
- Adolescents and youth groups
- Locations
- Youth clubs and community forums
Coming soon
Luminous Project
Content will be posted soon.
- Audience
- To be announced
- Locations
- To be announced
2026 – 2029
Project Kick-off, Sida Sweden Sverige
Civil Society Strengthening Programme for Children Rights, running from 2026 to 2029.
- Audience
- To be announced
- Locations
- To be announced
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