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PROJECT INITIATIVE ETHIOPIA IS FOR SHARING

PIE

Project Initiative Ethiopia, where our mission is by the spirit of community and generosity. With the belief that "PIE Ethiopia is for sharing," we unite to a significant impact on education in underfunded schools located in the rural Afar region of Ethiopia. PIE is a Canadian charity dedicated to empowering students in rural Ethiopia by supplying teaching aids, facilitating technology transfer, and providing financial support to underfunded elementary schools in remote areas.

  • Supported Schools

    • Arado School

    • Berga School

    • Simbile School

    • Mohamed Hanfere School

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Supported Schools

 15

Teachers and Volunteers

 1,500+

Students and Families Supported

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We create projects to support education and community development in Ethiopia. Our initiatives focus on providing essential resources and services to the schools we support, ensuring a holistic and sustainable approach to community development.

ICT

For a child in Afar, the internet is a world away. This digital isolation doesn't just hinder development—it limits dreams. At PIE, we refuse to let a child's geography determine their future. By bringing sustainable computer access to rural schools, we are providing more than just screens; we are giving students the tools to lift their communities out of poverty and claim their place in the digital age.

Gender Club

Empowering girls is more than a goal—it is the heartbeat of our mission. We are committed to giving every girl the tools to shatter barriers, the resources to thrive academically, and the confidence to step forward as a leader who transforms her community.

Solar Panel

We power the future by bringing solar energy to computer labs in schools. Our commitment to sustainable and reliable power ensures that every student has a conducive environment for innovation and digital learning.

School Initiatives

Beyond our core mission, we transform rural schools by establishing student libraries, launching sustainable horticulture projects for food security, and equipping teachers to produce their own custom learning materials. Our goal is to create self-sufficient schools where students and educators have the tools they need to thrive.
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Capturing Change

We believe every child deserves the tools to succeed. Explore our project highlights to see how solar energy, digital literacy, and community partnership are transforming rural education in Ethiopia, one school at a time.
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testimonials

Their Voices, Our Mission.

At PIE, we don't just implement projects; we listen. We advocate for community-led development through constant dialogue with our partners. Here is what the students, educators, and families we work with have to say about our shared journey.
As pastoralists, we struggle to afford school supplies for our 6 children. Support from PIE and its donors has become our lifeline. In our community, families have an average of five children, and with each child requiring a dozen notebooks per semester costing roughly 1,200 Birr the financial burden is immense. To afford basic stationery, we often have to sell our goats for about 3,000 Birr each, a practice that is simply not sustainable for our livelihoods. Thanks to PIE, we can now keep our children in school, and we are deeply grateful for this support.
Ato Mohammed
(Parent Committee)
We are deeply grateful to Project Initiative Ethiopia for providing essential school supplies and establishing our after-school tutoring program. By facilitating full-day school sessions, PIE has given our children the time and personalized teacher support they need to truly master their subjects. This has significantly improved their academic performance and confidence. Thank you for your invaluable contribution; we are fully committed to supporting this project as it continues to transform our school.
Zahara Mohammed
(Parent Committee)
When I was first invited to join the computer class, I hesitated I had never even touched a keyboard or a mouse. I initially said no, but seeing my friend Hermela join gave me the courage to try. Today, I have the skills to set up a workstation, connect cables, and navigate a computer with confidence. For my graduation, I even designed my own biography in Word, embedding a photo I took with our PIE-donated tablet. I am so grateful for this opportunity; it has inspired me to dream of a future profession in technology.
Hawa
(8 grade student)
We want to express our deepest gratitude for bringing computers to Arado School. Before this program, we had never even touched a computer, let alone understood how they worked. Thanks to our teacher, Tamrat, we can now set up workstations, create documents, and use educational videos to help us learn. Our computer club even gave us the chance to step inside Semera University for the first time. Seeing their data center was an overwhelming and inspiring experience that we will never forget. Thank you, PIE, for opening these doors for us.

Ahmed Hassen
(7 grade student)
My name is Hadia, and as the leader of the Gender Club, I am proud to advocate for equality in our school. Our mission is to break the barriers that prevent girls from staying in education and to raise awareness about the unique challenges they face. Over the past year, with PIE’s support, we have reached significant milestones. We have successfully fostered a deeper understanding of these issues throughout the entire school community, ensuring that every girl feels supported, valued, and empowered to finish her education.
Teacher Hadia
(Gender Club leader)
As farmers living in a single-room home, our daily life is demanding. After school, our children must help us tend to the cattle and fetch water, leaving them with very little time for traditional studying. However, the introduction of the computer course has been a turning point. It has transformed their learning experience, giving them a modern way to gain knowledge and develop skills that were previously out of reach. We are seeing them grow in ways we never thought possible.
Mother
(Proud Parent)
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ICT Project

Powering Digital Futures

In a strategic collaboration with the Ministry of Innovation and Technology, the PIE Project is currently overseeing the installation of a state-of-the-art computer center at Mohammed Hanfre Secondary School.

This facility is designed to be more than just a room full of screens; it serves as a gateway to global knowledge, equipping students with essential ICT skills and digital literacy necessary for the 21st-century workforce. To ensure this digital education program remains accessible 24/7, the project includes the construction of a dedicated solar power station, guaranteeing a free and uninterrupted power supply that keeps our students connected and learning without compromise.

Volunteers

Community in Action: PIE Project Welcomes New Volunteers and Forms Specialized Committees

The PIE Project Ethiopia family continues to grow! On January 4, 2026, we held our first in-person volunteer meeting of the year, marking a significant milestone in our collective mission to support children's education in Ethiopia.
We are thrilled to announce that five new volunteers officially joined our team during this session. Their energy and diverse skill sets arrived at a pivotal time as we scale our impact for the year ahead.

Organizing for Impact
To ensure our goals are met with efficiency and focus, the team has organized into four specialized sub-committees. These groups will work in parallel over the coming months to drive our core initiatives:

  • Partnerships & Outreach: Building bridges with global and local organizations to expand our reach.

  • Events & Fundraising: Designing and executing the campaigns that make our educational projects possible.

  • Charity Status & Finance: Managing our growth with transparency and working toward official status milestones.

  • Social Media & Newsletter: Keeping our community informed and sharing the stories of the students we serve.

Pie Event

Supporting Children's Education in Ethiopia through Digital Technology

Our community came together this past September at Wazema Restaurant for a special night dedicated to education in Ethiopia. We would like to thank Efrem, the owner of Wazema restaurant, for providing the space for our event, and the other volunteers who helped in the preparation and organization of this event. Thanks to the incredible local artists who volunteered their talents, our donors enjoyed an evening of music and inspiration. Most importantly, we shared the heart of PIE’s mission: providing children and families with a brighter future through learning. It was a powerful reminder that every donation, no matter the size, truly changes a life.
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