About

What Is ETHAR?

ETHAR is a non-governmental, non-political humanitarian aid organisation that operates currently in the United Kingdom and Sudan. It is planning to extend its operations gradually to other regions such as Eritrea and the rest of the Horn of Africa countries in the near future. It is dedicated to helping people in need regardless of their ethnic origin, political affiliation, gender or religious belief.

Our Vision

Our vision is of a world where the hungry are fed, poverty is alleviated and where the basic requirements of people in need are fulfilled with respect and love; a world in which human beings are safer and securer from poverty and need.

We are dedicated to helping the victims of war conflicts and social upheaval to thrive and rebuild their lives.

We believe in progress, growth and hope for of a better life for all. We want to help our people make their lives better and more rewarding than their past.

We are passionate about our cause and determined to meet the current needs of the people; as well as further striving to meet potential needs that may arise in the future.

Our Mission

Our mission is to see those who are hungry able to feed themselves through assisting individuals, groups and institutions.

• To develop safe and caring communities and helping the poor and those who are suffering to enjoy self-reliance, with dignity.
• Making it possible for those who wish to support others to reach those in need of their help.

To achieve this, we will:

• Raise funds.
• Build partnerships.
• Communicate key messages as we work to mitigate the effect of war and natural disasters, prepare for their occurrence and respond by providing relief and rehabilitation.
• Promote sustainable development through programmes in education, health & nutrition, water & sanitation and income generation.
• Advocate on behalf of the poor and suffering.

These are to be carried out regardless of race, gender or belief of beneficiaries, and most importantly without the expectation of anything in return.

Our Objectives

ETHAR objectives, is to undertake any charitable purposes activities for the benefit of the people of the Horn of Africa, in particular but not exclusively Eritrea, as well as those Eritrean refugees living in the Sudan, United Kingdom and in other parts of Africa.

Our Aims

1. To Direct our efforts to help the poorest people in Eritrea and the Horn of Africa region.

2. To Deliver emergency aid to parts of Eritrea and the Horn of Africa region affected by war, poverty and natural disasters.

3. To Set up various development projects that help empower people in need, particularly in the fields of:

• Health and Nutrition
• Water Supply and Sanitation
• Sustainable Livelihoods
• Institutional Development and Social Organisation
• Education and Vocational Training
• Orphan Sponsorship

4. To Work alongside partner organisations in pursuit of common objectives.