Since 1997, the Ethiopian Cancer Association has grown from a handful of families into a nationwide community fighting cancer together.
Ethiopia Cancer Association is a nonprofit organization founded by cancer survivors and individuals who witnessed the challenges caused by limited cancer awareness and treatment services in Ethiopia. We work to raise awareness, advocate for stronger cancer care, and support patients who need compassion, dignity, and practical assistance throughout their treatment journey.
To increase cancer awareness, strengthen advocacy, and provide psychosocial and practical support to people affected by cancer, particularly patients who face financial, emotional, and accommodation challenges while receiving treatment.
An Ethiopia with accessible and adequate cancer treatment services, where cancer is detected and treated effectively and is no longer a major threat to life.
The principles behind every screening, every visit, every gift.
We meet every patient with dignity, warmth, and respect — care that feels like family.
Every birr is accounted for. 92% of program funds go straight to patient services.
Survivors, families and volunteers shape our work. Change grows from the ground up.
A group of survivors and physicians establish the Association to support cancer patients and their families.
Reaching tens of thousands with early-detection education across regions and languages.
Covering transport, lodging and treatment costs for families who could not otherwise afford care.
Free screenings reach rural communities for the first time, catching cancer earlier where it matters most.
A nationwide network of 4,200+ volunteers and donors across 12 regions — and still growing.
The courageous cancer survivors, physicians, and advocates who established the Ethiopian Cancer Association in 1997.
Guiding our strategic vision, governance, and national advocacy for cancer care in Ethiopia.
The dedicated leaders, healthcare professionals, and coordinators driving our movement across Ethiopia.
Your support turns awareness into screenings, and screenings into second chances.
