Date: 20 March 2024

Location: Faith in Action Head Office

Status: MOU signing

Attendees:

- Faith in Action Representatives: Executive director Mekdes Hailu

- TYES Representatives: CEO Dawit Hailu

                                    Project manager Hanna Mamo

                                    PRM officer Hiwot Meseret

                                    PRM Officer Selamawit G/Meskel

Agenda:

1. Introduction and Organization Profiles Exchange

2. Discussion on Thematic Areas

3. Conclusion and Signing of MOU for Partnership

The meeting commenced with warm greetings and introductions between Faith in Action and TYES representatives. Both organizations shared detailed profiles outlining their missions, visions, and past initiatives. Faith in Action highlighted its extensive experience in community development, focusing on education, healthcare, and social welfare. TYES emphasized its commitment to youth empowerment through various programs centered on education, skills development, and health support. Following the organization profiles exchange, discussions shifted towards identifying potential areas of collaboration. Both parties recognized overlapping thematic areas there was mutual interest in leveraging each other's strengths to maximize impact and reach a wider community. After a constructive dialogue, the meeting concluded with the decision to formalize their partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

Next Steps:

1. Drafting of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining the terms of partnership.

2. Finalizing the MOU through mutual agreement and approval from respective authorities.

3. Regular communication and collaboration to ensure the success and sustainability of the partnership.