The Fanos Ethiopia program supports adolescent girls in Ethiopia with access to high-quality STEM education, digital skills training, and mentorship. Funded by Global Affairs Canada and The Barrett Family Foundation, it targets over 15,000 girls through schools and community centers.
Empowering Girls Through STEM
The STEM Education for Empowerment Project (Fanos) is changing the game for girls aged 14–18 in Ethiopia. We're breaking barriers, building skills, and opening doors to science, technology, engineering, and math.
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Empowerment Project Fanos
(Fanos) is a three-year, $4 million initiative funded by the Government of Canada and The Barrett Family Foundation. Led by Humber Polytechnic and implemented by HaHuJobs in Ethiopia and CAPYEI in Kenya, Fanos is designed to transform the future of 15,000 adolescent girls aged 14 to 18 from underserved communities.
By delivering inclusive, market-relevant STEM education and career pathways, Fanos empowers girls both in and out of school to step confidently into science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. More than a project, Fanos is a movement toward gender equality, confidence, and opportunity.
Our Program Pillars
Comprehensive strategies to engage and empower adolescent girls in STEM
Sparking Interest in STEM
- Organize STEM career fairs and field visits for girls.
- Create a STEM champions network to inspire young minds.
- Engage community leaders and families for broader support.
Supporting STEM Learning
- Develop study materials for grades 9–12 and national exams.
- Enhance accessibility through well-equipped ICT labs.
- Provide subject-specific mentorship for girls.
Empowering Girls for STEM Careers
- Offer life skills training to excel in the job market.
- Provide SRHR training for in-school and out-of-school girls.
- Build confidence and leadership abilities.
Strengthening Teaching in Schools
- Train teachers in gender-responsive pedagogy.
- Collaborate with TVET institutions to enhance CTE teaching.
- Certify STEM teachers for professional development.
What Our Students Say
Joining STEEP fueled my passion for science and math. Tutorials clarified confusing topics, and the STEM fair inspired me by showcasing women’s achievements. I learned that with the right support system, girls can thrive in technical fields...
Akinahom Akalu
Grade 10 Student at Wondyirad High School
STEEP changed how I see natural science now it's easier and more exciting. The lab access helped raise my grades, and the support for girls built my confidence. I’m able to manage chores and school well. The program showed me I can achieve ...
Kalesnait Tilahun
Grade 9 Student at Dejazmach Wondered Secondary School
STEEP helped me improve how I use my study time. Doing lab work during breaks gave me extra hours for practice. The Winget College trip opened my eyes to careers in science. With all the skills and support I gained, I now feel ready to purs...
Alemnesh Damte
Grade 12 Natural Science Student
STEEP made learning easier than before. The tutorials explain things more clearly than class alone. Access to a computer lab helped me do things I couldn’t at home. It showed me that when girls have equal learning tools, they can do anythin...
Tigist Fekadu
Grade 9 Student at Dejazmach Wondirad High School
With STEEP, my chemistry grades and confidence both grew. Using extra practice from the program and lessons from school, I improved a lot. I saw how powerful it is when girls get real opportunities. I now understand that success in STEM isn...
Aynalem Yilma
Grade 11 Student at Dejazmach Wondirad School