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
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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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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
Latest
News & reports
Community programs continue across six regions
Ratson: field teams are active in Addis Ababa, Oromia, Amhara, Sidama, and SNNP, supporting children, youth, and women through locally led initiatives.
Read more →Partnerships strengthen child protection systems
Working with local and international partners, Ratson: continues to build referral pathways and community-based protection networks.
Read more →Education support reaches more schools
Inclusive education programs help children stay connected to learning through family and school collaboration.
Read more →Governance rooted in accountability
Ratson: operates through the General Assembly, Board of Directors, and Executive Management Team.
Read more →Youth-led initiatives grow community by community
Youth clubs and community forums continue to build life skills, participation, and leadership.
Read more →More stories from the field, coming soon
Ratson: is preparing new updates from partners, communities, and program teams.
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