Empowering Communities
Strengthening Institutions
- Founded in 2006
- Monrovia, Liberia
- Nationwide project experience
Building Sustainable Solutions for Liberia
To empower communities and institutions to achieve inclusive, sustainable economic development through practical business solutions, capacity building, and evidence-driven consulting.
Our Impact in Numbers
- 20+Years of Experience
- 30+Institutional & Development Partners
- 20+Cooperatives & MSMEs Supported
Through partnerships with development actors and local stakeholders, we continue to deliver measurable and sustainable impact across multiple sectors including agriculture, education, governance, and enterprise development.
Together, We Create A Lasting Change
Join us in building a peaceful, prosperous and inclusive Liberia.
Who We Are
Founded in 2006 during Liberia’s post-war recovery period, the Agency for Economic Development & Empowerment (ÆDE) was established to promote grassroots economic empowerment, community development, and sustainable livelihoods. Today, ÆDE has evolved into a trusted development and consulting organization that works with communities, government institutions, development partners, and private sector actors to deliver capacity building, research, enterprise development, institutional strengthening, and advisory services while maintaining its commitment to inclusive growth, peacebuilding, and the empowerment of women and youth.
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Our Mission
To empower communities and institutions to achieve inclusive, sustainable economic development through practical business solutions, capacity building, and evidence-driven consulting.
Read moreOur Vision
A Liberia where empowered citizens, strong institutions, and thriving local enterprises drive shared prosperity and social justice.
Read moreWhat We Do
Capacity Building
Strengthening the knowledge, skills, and systems of institutions, community organizations, cooperatives, and local stakeholders to improve performance and sustainability.
Learn moreEvaluations & Research
Conducting assessments, surveys, studies, and evaluations that generate evidence for decision-making, program improvement, and policy development.
Learn moreBusiness Plans & Feasibility Assessments
Providing business planning, investment readiness support, feasibility studies, and fundraising strategies that help organizations and enterprises make informed decisions and achieve sustainable growth.
Learn moreEnterprise & Market Systems Development
ÆDE works with entrepreneurs, farmer groups, cooperatives, and small and medium enterprises to improve market access, strengthen value chains, promote business growth, and create sustainable economic opportunities that improve livelihoods and local economic development.
Learn moreProject Management & Implementation
Supporting partners in planning, coordinating, implementing, and monitoring projects to ensure effective delivery, accountability, and measurable results.
Learn moreStrategic Planning & Institutional Development
ÆDE supports public institutions, private sector organizations, cooperatives, and development partners in developing strategic plans, organizational frameworks, governance systems, and operational strategies that strengthen performance, accountability, and long-term sustainability.
Learn moreProject Areas
How We Do It
Participatory Engagement
We work closely with communities, institutions, and stakeholders to ensure that solutions are locally informed, inclusive, and responsive to real needs.
Learn moreEvidence-Based Decision Making
We use research, assessments, evaluations, and data analysis to guide planning, implementation, and strategic decision-making.
Learn moreCapacity Strengthening
We build the skills, systems, and institutional capacities necessary for sustainable performance and long-term impact.
Learn morePartnership & Collaboration
We collaborate with government agencies, development partners, private sector actors, and community organizations to maximize results and sustainability.
Learn moreInnovation & Practical Solutions
We develop practical, context-driven solutions that address complex development and business challenges while creating opportunities for growth.
Learn moreAccountability & Results
We emphasize transparency, measurable outcomes, and continuous learning to ensure that interventions achieve meaningful and lasting impact.
Learn moreOur Mission
Strengthen institutions, build community capacity, and expand access to skills and economic opportunities through training, enterprise, and partnerships.
Read moreOur Vision
A resilient Liberia where institutions are effective, communities empowered, and individuals have access to inclusive economic opportunities.
Read moreOur Impact
Through partnerships with development actors and local stakeholders, we continue to deliver measurable and sustainable impact across multiple sectors including agriculture, education, governance, and enterprise development.
See our impactOur Impact in Numbers
Meet Our Board Members
Our Board Members are dedicated leaders who provide strategic guidance, governance, and oversight to advance our mission and vision. Bringing together diverse expertise in development, business, finance, governance, and community engagement, they play a vital role in shaping our organizational direction and ensuring accountability, transparency, and sustainable impact. Through their leadership, experience, and commitment to service, our Board Members help strengthen our efforts to empower communities, promote economic opportunity, and create meaningful, lasting change across Liberia.
Our Partners
- USAID
- World Bank
- United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
- European Commission
- Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
- International Labour Organization (ILO)
- International Finance Corporation (IFC)
- African Development Bank
- DAI
- Ministry of Agriculture
- Liberia Land Authority
- Liberia United Methodist Development Service (LUMDS)
Partner with Us Today
Whether you are a government institution, development partner, donor, private-sector organization, cooperative, or community-based group, ÆDE is committed to delivering practical solutions that create sustainable impact and shared prosperity.
Get In Touch
We welcome enquiries from development partners, government institutions, private organizations, researchers, and communities interested in collaborating with ÆDE.
- Monrovia, Montserrado17th Street, Behind Stop & Shop, btw Tubman Blvd. & Russell Avenue
Get Directions > - Email[email protected]
- WhatsApp+(231)-886-558468
- Office HoursMonday – Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: Closed
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