CRED Foundation

IHA-UDP is a truly innovative 'all in one' approach to poverty in 6 of the poorest slum areas in Addis. The project currently reaches 40,000 people!

In its 8 years of existence, it has empowered communities to deal with issues such as health care, sanitation, education and employment, and continues to expand into new neighbourhoods.

In the social and political climate of Ethiopia, where the concept of state welfare is non-existent, this project stands out as a world pioneer, attracting visits from the like of Bob Geldof, Bono, Brad Pitt… and Cred!

Community Development

• Child Education Sponsorship
• Library Service
• Youth Activity Centre
• Care of the Elderly
• Special Needs Provision
• Income Generation
• Employment Schemes

Primary Health Care

• AIDS / HIV Clinic
• STD Clinic
• Vaccinations
• Eye examinations
• Mother & Child clinic
• Iodine Supplements
• General Outpatients

Physical Upgrading

• New Houses built
• Clean water access
• Sanitation works
• New roads & ditches bu

We support their Education & Special Needs Programmes, not only giving the poorest & most vulnerable children an education, but also a good meal, health screening, & the chance to escape the poverty trap.  Find out more about this project here.

 
 

We've also helped to establish a Jewellers' Cooperative with IHA-UDP, enabling local jewellers to work safely and sustainably. Find out more about this project here.