Addis Ababa Chapter
Research hubs and grassroots organizers building connective tissue across ecosystems.
Monthly meetups · Residency cohorts
Pods: Residency Cohort • Policy Studio • Care Pod Meridian
Why this chapter exists
Each chapter is a living, breathing network anchored in local realities. Members experiment with care infrastructures, governance practices, and technical solutions that answer their city's needs. We share funding strategies, documentation templates, and mentorship across the region.
Residency Cohort, Policy Studio, Care Pod Meridian
Weekly check-ins · Mutual aid pools · Sabbatical planning
“We move at the pace of trust. Support & Care ensures we have the mentors, mental health practitioners, and funding allies to breathe life into our projects without burning out.”
Chapter member, Ethiopia
Leadership collective
Chapter leadership is accountable to local members and commits to transparent reporting on wellbeing, funding, and partnership decisions.
Bethel Kebede
Chapter Steward
Yonas Zewdu
Program Operations
What's next for Addis Ababa Chapter
Events and rituals designed with rest, play, and impact in mind. Reach out if you'd like to collaborate or bring this programming to your city.
Ready to co-create with Addis Ababa Chapter?
Tell us how you want to plug in—whether you're mentoring, building, or offering partner support.