Strengthening Communities Through Leadership and Service
Governance and Voluntarism in FGAE, a registered Ethiopian Residents Charity, is committed to enabling underserved and vulnerable populations, with particular focus on adolescents and youth, to accesses sexual and reproductive health (SRH) by ensuring quality, integrated and comprehensive SRH services.
Governance & Leadership at FGAE
A volunteer in FGAE shares the Association mission, vision and values and offers his or her time, knowledge, skills and experience free-of-charge. Volunteers do so with the aim of making a difference in their community and improving the sexual and reproductive health and well-being of the people the Association exists to serve.
As a volunteer-based organization with a broad-based, democratically elected governing structure comprised of the General Assembly and Executive Board, the Association mobilizes the support of communities towards achieving its goal of creating healthy and productive community by investing on the sexual and reproductive health needs of the society. The dedicated commitment of volunteers is the base upon which the FGAE was founded and continues to be a major source of the Association strength, influence and inspiration.
FGAE volunteers have significantly contributed to the advancement of SRH services in the country. They have participated in various advocacy processes at the local, regional and international levels, which have had a positive impact on the growth and development of the Association. These volunteers, driven by their passion and great humanitarian spirit, have among others: initiated and led processes of the development of the Association, championed for changes in restrictive and prohibitive laws, facilitated access to improved sexual reproductive health information and services, and helped FGAE in the acquisition of assets such as land and facilities from governments.
Our Volunteers Make the Difference
Volunteers contribute in diverse ways—daily, weekly, or through one-time activities—at community or governance levels. Regardless of role or time commitment, every volunteer plays a vital part. Volunteerism remains at the heart of FGAE’s mission and continues to shape its impact and future.
Volunteers support advocacy, education, service delivery, and policy engagement
Active collaboration with government, NGOs, and private sector partners
Driven by People, Powered by Purpose
Volunteerism at the Heart of FGAE
Volunteerism is a core value at FGAE, strengthening community spirit, social solidarity, and meaningful participation to improve lives and advance sexual and reproductive health.
As a volunteer-based organization with a broad-based, democratically elected governing structure comprised of the General Assembly and Executive Board, the Association mobilizes the support of communities towards achieving its goal of creating healthy and productive community by investing on the sexual and reproductive health needs of the society. The dedicated commitment of volunteers is the base upon which the FGAE was founded and continues to be a major source of the Association strength, influence and inspiration.
FGAE has a long-standing culture of volunteer engagement and democratic governance. For more than five decades, Ethiopian volunteers have been central to the Association’s establishment, leadership, and growth. Their dedication continues to strengthen FGAE’s reputation and impact in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights.
- Ordinary Members
- Lifelong Members
- Golden Members
- Corporate Members
- WYAMH Associate Volunteer
Governance & Volunteer Structure
A democratic, inclusive, and volunteer-driven system that ensures strong leadership, youth participation, and community ownership at every level of FGAE.
Our Core principles
Key principles of FGAE Volunteerism
Choice
Diversity
Mutual benefit
Recognition
Support
Volunteers Data Summary
127
Corporate Members
FGAE Volnteerism Principle
“Chice:-pillar of corporate social responsibility that encourages employees to volunteer their time and give back to their community’s nonprofits, charities, or other initiatives.”
615
Life Long Members
FGAE Volnteerism Principle
“Diversity; – should be open to all implementing equalities; policies and schemes and a welcoming approach are fundamental to support diversity.”
4,996
WYAMH
FGAE Volnteerism Principle
“Mutual benefit;- offer their contribution unwaged, but should gain in other ways in return for their contribution to the community and clients”
19,927
Total Members
FGAE Volnteerism Principle
“Recognition; – there is explicit recognition of the value of the contribution made by volunteers to the Association, community and society and wider social objectives.”