Building a stronger Ethiopian-Canadian community in Kitchener-Waterloo Region since 1995.
Celebrating Our rich culture, fostering deep connections, and empowering every member to thrive.
About Us
ጤና ይስጥልን! (Tena Yi-si-t’i-lin!) The Ethiopian Association of KW and Surrounding Area is a community-based, non-profit organization dedicated to connecting and empowering the Ethiopian-Canadian community through programs that support children, youth, and families, promote health and well-being, advance economic opportunities, and foster civic engagement. EAKW celebrates and preserves cultural heritage while strengthening belonging and connection across generations.
Upcoming Events
Check out our upcoming events, we would love to see you! We are always looking for volunteers, please visit our volunteer page.
Become a Member
Our association relies on its members. Anyone that supports the mission of the organization can sign up by filling out the membership form.
Volunteer
We are looking for volunteers that can share their time, skills, creativity, empathy, and cultural knowledge with the community.
Latest News
- Family Counseling Service Now Available
The Ethiopian Association of K-W is pleased to offer a new volunteer-led family counseling service. Our volunteer-led family counseling service. our volunteer conselor. Dinku Korsa, MSW, RSW, is a regestered social worker with experience supposrting families and youth in waterloo Region. He provides a safe, private, and respectful space for couples and families who are experiencing conflicts, struggling with children’s behaviour, or simply feeling overwelmed.
When: Saturdays, Starting May 16,2026 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Where: Room 1042, The Faily Centre, 65 Hanson Avenue, Kitchener
Cost: Free
Appointments Required: Please book through the email or phone number listed on the poster.
First session is just for listening – no pressure, no Commitment.
Latest Event
- Family Counseling Service Now AvailableThe Ethiopian Association of K-W is pleased to offer a new volunteer-led family counseling service. Our volunteer-led family counseling service. our volunteer conselor. Dinku Korsa, MSW, RSW, is a regestered social worker with experience supposrting families and youth in waterloo Region. He provides a safe, private, and respectful space for couples and families who are experiencing conflicts, struggling with children’s behaviour, or simply feeling overwelmed.
When: Saturdays, Starting May 16,2026 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Where: Room 1042, The Faily Centre, 65 Hanson Avenue, Kitchener
Cost: Free
Appointments Required: Please book through the email or phone number listed on the poster.
First session is just for listening – no pressure, no Commitment.