Our Story

ASK US Positive Children, Adolescents and Youth National Association was established in 2001 by about 30 passionate HIV-positive children, adolescents, and youth. Today, the association plays a significant role in setting the issue of HIV-positive young people as a national agenda.

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Our Mission & Vision

Guiding principles that drive our work every day

Mission

To empower HIV-positive children, adolescents, and youth through comprehensive support, advocacy, and community engagement.

Vision

A society where HIV-positive children, adolescents, and youth live healthy, dignified, and fulfilling lives.

Our Core Values

The principles that guide our work

� Integrity and Transparency
� Respect and Dignity
� Collaboration and Partnership
� Empowerment and Participation
� Accountability and Excellence

Our Strategic Goals

Ambitious targets driving our impact forward

• Expand reach to all 12 regions of Ethiopia by 2025

• Increase viral load suppression rate among adolescents to 95%

• Train 500 new peer leaders by 2026

• Establish 50 new facility-based support groups

• Advocate for adolescent-friendly health policies at national level

Our Journey

How ASK US has grown over the years

2001

Founded by 30 passionate HIV-positive youth in Addis Ababa

2005

Expanded to Oromia and Amhara regions

2010

Launched peer support program

2015

Reached 1,000 participants milestone

2020

Digital transformation and COVID-19 response

2023

National coverage across all regions

Real Stories, Real Impact

Hear from adolescents whose lives have been transformed

Ask Us
17 years • Addis Ababa Health Center

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Meet Our Team

Dedicated professionals making a difference

Dr. Amanuel Gebre
Program Coordinator

Public health specialist with over 10 years of experience in adolescent health programs in Ethiopia.

amanuel.g@askusethiopia.org
Selam Tesfaye
Senior Peer Leader

Passionate advocate for adolescent health and HIV awareness. Leading peer support sessions in Addis Ababa.

selam.t@askusethiopia.org
Daniel Assefa
Peer Leader

Motivated youth leader working to empower adolescents living with HIV in Oromia region.

daniel.a@askusethiopia.org
Meron Haile
Peer Leader

Dedicated to creating safe spaces for adolescents to discuss health and wellness in Amhara region.

meron.h@askusethiopia.org
Tigist Wondimu
Program Coordinator

Expert in community health programs with a focus on youth engagement and empowerment.

tigist.w@askusethiopia.org
Yonas Bekele
Peer Leader

Youth mentor and health educator working with adolescents in Tigray region.

yonas.b@askusethiopia.org

Our Partners

Collaborating to strengthen adolescent health services

World Health Organization (WHO)
World Health Organization (WHO)

International Organization

Join Our Mission

Whether you're an adolescent, peer leader, or healthcare professional, there's a place for you in ASK.