TESFA Refugees with Disabilities Association
TESFA Refugees with Disabilities Association is a refugee-led, non-profit organization established to promote the rights, dignity, inclusion, and empowerment of refugees with disabilities in Ethiopia.
TESFA was founded by refugees with disabilities who recognized the need for a dedicated platform to address the unique challenges faced by persons with disabilities within refugee communities. The association works to ensure that refugees with disabilities have equal access to education, healthcare, livelihoods, humanitarian assistance, information, and community participation.
Our Vision
A society where refugees with disabilities live with dignity, equality, independence, and full participation in all aspects of life.
Our Mission
To empower refugees with disabilities through advocacy, education, capacity building, humanitarian support, and inclusive development programs that promote equal opportunities and self-reliance.
Our Core Values
- Inclusion
- Equality
- Dignity
- Transparency
- Accountability
- Participation
- Empowerment
- Respect of Diversity
Our Objectives
- Promote the rights and inclusion of refugees with disabilities.
- Facilitate access to education and scholarship opportunities.
- Support livelihood and economic empowerment initiatives.
- Improve access to healthcare and rehabilitation services.
- Strengthen the capacity of refugees with disabilities through training and skills development.
- Conduct research and advocacy on disability and refugee issues.
- Foster partnerships with government institutions, NGOs, UN agencies, and donors.
Who We Serve
TESFA serves refugees and asylum seekers with disabilities residing throughout Ethiopia, regardless of nationality, gender, age, or disability type.
Together, we strive to build an inclusive future where no refugee with a disability is left behind.
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