The Aysanew Kassa Trust was set up in 2000 to support the young people of Azezo, Ethiopia, in their education. We sponsor some of the poorest students in the region through school and university; and work with local schools and government institutions to improve the facilities they offer, helping the children of Azezo achieve their potential. We also support St Raphel's Residential School for Blind and Partially Sighted Children, run by the Daughters of Sant'Anna, improving access to education for blind children in the area.

Our students and beneficiaries have been hit hard by both Covid and the civil war that is racking the country. These have disrupted our students' education, both at High School and University, and increased the challenges faced by teachers and educational establishments.

We are raising funds to ensure that more and more students are supported as they complete their education; as well as to assist St Raphel's Residential School for Blind and Partially Sighted Children in their important work.