About Adwa Partners
Our team combines deep sector expertise with local knowledge and a partnership approach.
Leadership

Dr. Tefera Gezmu
Dr. Tefera has extensive experience working with an array of public and private institutions in the …
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Dr. Christine Giordano
Dr. Christine Giordano is an Internal Medicine US board-certified practicing physician with extensiv…
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Eng. Samuel Hadis
Samuel Haddis worked as Associate Consultant at McKinsey & Company in Addis Ababa. He has 15 years o…
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Mr. Yelak Abebe
Mr. Yelak has ten years of work experience in Process Engineering, including design, operation, and …
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Drawing from over three years of experience in higher education, Dr. Delina Amare is a committed medical professional who has served as both an academic lecturer and clinician. Her extensive background informs her development of courses tailored to enhance the capabilities of healthcare workers, thereby elevating the standard of healthcare delivery.
Dr. Negasa is an architect of a healthier, more equitable world. As a key Research Associate at Adwa Partners, she channels her passion into critical areas of global health, championing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, elevating maternal health, and pioneering disability-inclusive healthcare.
Dr. Selam Bisrat is a specialist in pediatrics and child health with many years of experience in the Ethiopian health sector. She has worked in many of the government-owned hospitals in Addis Ababa and has an interest in community health, and prevention education for the public.
Dr. Hermon is a Psychiatrist with both clinical and public health experience. She has worked on health programs in both governmental and nongovernmental organizations. She also has experience with teaching medical and postgraduate students. She is passionate about advocating for improved mental health.
Dr. Reem is a medical doctor and business manager. She has experience working as a medical doctor in both governmental and non governmental hospitals. In addition to her clinical work, she has been actively participating in different health related researches and projects. Dr. Reem is a lead research associate and project manager at Adwa Partners.
Dr. Helina is a medical doctor with a strong background in clinical medicine, training, and health communication. She promotes gender equality, financial accessibility, and disability inclusivity in all her endeavors. Dr. Helina has experience leading inclusive health communication efforts at a nonprofit organization.
By the numbers
What we stand for
Integrity
We operate with transparency and ethical rigor.
Excellence
We deliver evidence-based, high-quality outcomes.
Partnership
We work alongside clients as true partners.
Impact
We focus on measurable, sustainable change.
Our impact
Our approach
Discover
We work with you to understand context, goals, and constraints.
Design
Evidence-based strategy and implementation plans.
Deliver
Hands-on support and capacity building.
Learn
M&E and learning systems for continuous improvement.
Adwa Partners brought clarity and rigor to our strategy. Their team became true partners in our journey.
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