The MoU establishes a collaborative partnership between the two institutions to design, implement, and promote programs that enhance the holistic development and well-being of children and young people through education, research, sports, health promotion, innovation, leadership development, and community engagement.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Dr. Tewodros Mulugeta, Vice President for Research and Community Engagement at Kotebe University of Education, who signed the agreement on behalf of KUE, emphasized that meaningful collaboration requires genuine contributions from both parties. “Collaboration means that both sides should contribute their lion share with consort and work together to create a real and lasting impact,” Dr. Tewodros said. He stressed that the partnership should go beyond teaching and learning to deliver practical benefits to the wider community.
Dr. Tewodros also highlighted KUE’s extensive experience and expertise in the field of Sports and Physical Education. He noted that the University has produced many professionals in the sports sector and said that working with Wellness Ethiopia would create an important opportunity to generate greater impact in the community.
He further explained that the two parties plan to work together to strengthen physical activity and sports programs in hospitals, schools, and other institutions, with the goal of promoting health and well-being while also identifying and developing talented athletes and future sports professionals.
Representing Wellness Ethiopia Mr. Yonas Yeshitila, Executive Director expressed his appreciation to Kotebe University of Education for willingness to collaborate with the organization. Mr. Yonas explained that Wellness Ethiopia focuses on the holistic development of people, and emphasized that the organization will work closely with KUE to help develop skilled, capable, and well-rounded young people. He also presented the organization’s proposed action plan for implementing the MoU, outlining the key activities and areas of cooperation intended to translate the agreement into practical results.
The signing ceremony was attended by senior officials and representatives from both institutions. From Kotebe University of Education, Dr. Meseret Habtamu, Head of the President’s Office and Dr. Melkamu Afeta, Director for University-Industry Linkage and Technology Transfer at KUE participated in the ceremony. Representing Wellness Ethiopia were Board Members Mr. Daniel Asfaw, Mr. Brhanu Kapital, and Mr. Yalew Arga.
The partnership is expected to create a stronger platform for collaboration in education, sports, health promotion, research, youth development, leadership, innovation, and community engagement, contributing to the development of healthier, more skilled, and better-prepared young people.
– Public and International Relations Executive Office
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