Mission, Vision & Values

The purpose, direction and operating ethics that guide Inclusive Growth.

Our Mission

We are dedicated to building an inclusive Ethiopian society by dismantling barriers and empowering women and Youth with disabilities through ensuring equitable access to healthcare, education, technology, economy, skill development, and creative platforms, achieved via capacity building, promoting innovation and assistive technologies, and fostering partnerships to enable every individual to participate, contribute, and thrive.

Our Vision

To see a truly inclusive society where the unique strengths of women and Youth with disabilities are recognized as catalysts for a more equitable and innovative nation.

Our Slogan

Opportunities for All, Barriers to None!

Our DNA

8 Operating Ethics

These principles guide how Inclusive Growth designs programs, works with communities, makes decisions and builds partnerships.

Right-based inclusion

We treat inclusion as a right and work to remove systemic barriers that restrict participation.

Peer solidarity and Empowerment

We strengthen agency, confidence, skills and mutual support so people can lead their own development.

Multisectoral partnership and Collaboration

We work across communities, institutions, civil society, government and other partners to expand impact.

Creative Innovation, Equity and Justice

We combine creativity and innovation with equity and justice to develop practical, inclusive solutions.

Self-Representative ("Nothing about us, without us")

People directly affected by exclusion should have meaningful voice and influence in decisions about their lives.

Accessibility and universality

We design communication, services and opportunities to be accessible and usable by diverse people.

Social Inclusion for sustainability

Sustainable development depends on participation, belonging and systems that include people over the long term.

Integrity and Transparency

We act responsibly, communicate honestly and remain accountable to communities, partners and supporters.