Positive Action for Development (PAD) was established in 2011 by Dr. Girma Admasu. PAD is an indigenous, non-governmental, non-profit, secular, and legally registered Ethiopian Civil Society Organization (Registration No. 2330). The organization was founded with the aspiration of becoming an institution of excellence, humanity, and optimism, serving as a role model within the humanitarian and development sector.
PAD envisions a just, compassionate, and inclusive society. Its mission is to cultivate a society in which all people can thrive, guided by the values of optimism, integrity, kindness, excellence, and impactful action. Since its inception in 2011, when it launched a girls’ education program in Dire Dawa with an initial grant of USD 5,000, PAD has grown into a diversified, nationwide organization with strong institutional and financial management capacity. Today, PAD manages a portfolio valued at approximately USD 10 million.
PAD implements programs across multiple thematic areas, including emergency humanitarian response; agriculture; health and nutrition; prevention and response to gender-based violence; child and youth development; support for migrant returnees; green livelihood development; democratization and human rights; peacebuilding; livelihood promotion and economic development; integrated support for urban destitute populations; community mental health; and the rehabilitation and reintegration of trafficking returnees.
With more than 14 years of experience in the humanitarian and development sectors, PAD maintains an active operational presence in nearly all regions of Ethiopia. In addition, PAD is an active member of national consortia, clusters, and coordination platforms, enabling the organization to expand its reach, strengthen coordination, and maximize its impact across the country.
