REAL Celebrates 22 Inspiring Graduates! Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Dear Supporters & Partners

REAL Celebrates 22 Inspiring Graduates!  

October 18, 2025 – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Resources Enriching African Lives (REAL) proudly celebrated 22 remarkable girls who completed 12th grade this year. The event marked not only their academic milestone but also their resilience and dedication throughout their journey with REAL.

Four top-performing students were specially recognized and received gifts from Ms. Tsehai Wodajo, Founder and Director of REAL. In her heartfelt remarks, Ms. Tsehai congratulated those who have joined universities, commended students who improved their scores, and encouraged those who did not pass to stay determined—reminding them that failure is not the end but a step toward fulfilling their purpose.

These 22 graduates join the ranks of more than 580 girls who have completed the REAL program and are now thriving in various professional careers. Nine proud alumni attended the celebration, sharing their stories of success, expressing gratitude to REAL, and pledging to continue its legacy of empowering young women.

The event was graced by Ato Wondwosen Terefe, representative of the Director General of the Ethiopian Diaspora Service, who congratulated the graduates and current students. He also highlighted the ongoing work of the Diaspora Services Directorate and reaffirmed his commitment to supporting REAL’s mission of advancing girls’ education and life success. Students from Entoto and Burayu Kata added a special touch to the celebration by presenting farewell gifts and warm wishes to the graduates as they embark on their next chapter.

For over 21 years, REAL has been dedicated to the education and empowerment of disadvantaged girls across nine locations in Ethiopia—equipping them with the skills, confidence, and leadership to build brighter futures. We thank you for your ongoing support. More news to come your way soon!