Empowering Communities, Inspiring Change:

MWECS – Where Excellence Meets Recognition!

MWECS is one of the most respected and trusted NGOs of its kind, received FIVE international

awards and two national awards in a five-year period from 2017 to 2023 including:

Achievements

Projects

Currently, person receiving support

Awards

Team

Since establishment, person receiving support

In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Mathiwos Wondu-YeEthiopia Cancer Society (MWECS), we reflect on the remarkable journey that began with the courage and love of Mathiwos’ parents, Mr. Wondu Bekele and Mrs. Amsale Beyene. Mathiwos, a beloved son who fought a brave battle against cancer from a tender age, inspired the creation of MWECS in 2004 as a tribute to his legacy and a beacon of hope for families facing similar challenges. What started as a humble initiative focused on pediatric cancer has evolved into a renowned organization addressing various cancer types, major risk factors like tobacco use, and advocating for non-communicable disease prevention in Ethiopia.

Over the years, MWECS has garnered international acclaim and recognition for its impactful work, receiving prestigious awards that acknowledge its dedication to improving cancer care and support services. With a committed team of staff, volunteers, and esteemed board members, MWECS continues to provide vital assistance to over 360 cancer patients and their caregivers, offering financial, emotional, and educational support to ensure no one faces cancer alone. From supporting transport and treatment expenses to providing psychosocial care and education, MWECS exemplifies compassion, resilience, and unwavering dedication to the cancer community in Ethiopia. As we honor the past achievements and milestones of MWECS, we look ahead with renewed commitment to empowering communities, inspiring change, and creating a brighter future for all those affected by cancer.

RECOGNITIONS

12th Bego Sew Humanitarian Award

Mathiwos Wondu – Ye Ethiopian Cancer Society recognized by the 12th Bego sew Humanitarian Award

The award ceremony was attended by Ethiopian President her Excellency Sahlework Zewde, and a number of respected guests.
Bego sew Award is an annual program held with the aim of recognizing good people and producing other good people. This year’s 32 institutions and individuals recognized in 11 categories . One of them is Mathiwos Wondu – Ye Ethiopian Cancer Society.

Enabler of Vision Award

Enabler of Vision Award presented during the International Conference on Gender and

Sustainability (ICOGAS), being held at a side event of the United Nations meeting in New York,

USA in 2017.

Distinguished Community Social Service Award

Distinguished Community Social Service Award from People to People/P2P/NGO

formed by Ethiopian Diaspora in North America with more than 5,000 Doctors and

Engineers.

CEO Award

CEO Award Nominated among the three finalists and runner up for the International

Union Against Cancer/ with more than 1,200 cancer organizations, ministry of health and

research organizations/ CEO Award in 2018.

Warrior Against Cancer

Warrior Against Cancer MWECS received Warrior Against Cancer award from John

Damonti, President of BMSF at BMSF-STF 20th Anniversary program being held in

Durban, South Africa, August 27, 2019, Durban, South Africa.

World No Tobacco Day Award

World No Tobacco Day Award, Mr. Wondu Bekele, Executive Director of MWECS,

nominated as one of the six recipients of World Health Organization World No Tobacco

Day Award 2020 from Africa Region.

Center of Excellence

Center of Excellence, By implementing organizational reforms based on technical support

provided by USAID LCD team in the areas of financial management, project management,

monitoring and evaluation and sustainability, at the end of the project, USAID LCD Team

finally awarded MWECS Certificate of Achievement as Center of Excellence capable of

implementing big projects.

Outstanding Contribution Certificate

Outstanding Contribution Certificate, MWECS received a certificate of recognition from the Ethiopian Thoracic Society/ETS/on February 2, 2023, for its outstanding contribution to the successful journey of the Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine program in Addis Ababa

University College of Health Sciences.

Golden Jubilee/50 years/Good Practice Award:

Golden Jubilee/50 years/Good Practice Award, MWECS project on tobacco selected as one of five best practices of some of the best projects from Consortium of Christian Relief and Development Association /CCRDA/ in June 15, 2023. Dr. Yetnayet Abebe,

Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Mathiwos Wondu-YeEthiopia Cancer Society/MWECS/ received this prestigious award on behalf of our society from Dr.Lia Tadesse, Minister of Health, and Guest of Honor.CCRDA with more than 456 members of which 346 are local and 110 international NGOs, celebrated its Golden Jubilee with a series of events with the objectives of celebrating half a century of successful journey, with a candid intention of learning from the critical challenges.

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