A formal celebration will be held at our first school on May 31, 2025. In particular, David Cosco will be honored for his vision and dedication to education and improving the lives of others.

Pictures of the celebration will follow

Some comments on Partners after 10 years

 A letter received from Professor Getnet in response to an invitation to the celebration:

 Congratulations and thanks for the invitation, Yehalem!

 Over the past decade, PIEE’s transformative work has not only reshaped the lives of countless students but has also redefined what is achievable through participatory, transparent, and cost-effective strategies. By fostering equitable partnerships and bringing together diverse stakeholders—governments, communities, NGOs, universities, the private sector and etc; PIEE has demonstrated the power of collective action in addressing complex educational challenges. From building schools and training teachers to greening school environments and integrating health initiatives, PIEE has consistently prioritized a holistic approach to education and is truly inspiring.. By placing the community at the heart of its efforts, PIEE has not only improved the quality of education but has also empowered teachers, inspired students to dream bigger, and laid the foundation for sustainable access to quality education

 As we reflect on the past decade, we are filled with immense gratitude for your tireless dedication and unwavering commitment. Your achievements stand as a testament to what is possible when vision, collaboration, ingenuity, hard work and perseverance come together.

 It has been an honor and a privilege to walk alongside such an impactful organization for the past 10 years and PIEE’s genuine dedication to making a difference—rooted in equity, empowerment, and innovation has been a source of inspiration for me. Kudos to the hardworking and dedicated staff in Ethiopia, the visionary founders, the committed board members, and the generous donors in Canada and elsewhere. Your collective efforts have made this remarkable journey possible.

I am Looking forward to witnessing the next chapter of PIEE’s journey, as you continue to inspire, empower, and create lasting change in the lives of countless individuals and communities in the face of an ever-challenging global funding landscape.

Once again, congratulations on a decade of transformative impact/journey!

Getnet Tadele,PhD  

Professor, Department of Sociology, Addis Ababa University, Adjunct Prof. Bahirdar University  and Honorary Professor, Jimma University

-Past President and Current Board member  of Ethiopian Society of Sociologists, Social Workers and Anthropologists (ESSSWA)

-Deputy Chair of Board  of Governors of Wolkite University 

-Fellow of Ethiopian Academy of Sciences 

-Associate Editor- Ethiopian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities  

-Volunteer Research and Resource Mobilization Advisor, Partners in Education Ethiopia