Agency for Economic Development & Empowerment (ÆDE)
Since 2006, ÆDE has partnered with government institutions, development partners, private-sector organizations, cooperatives, and communities to deliver capacity building, enterprise development, research, training, and project implementation services across Liberia.
Who We Are
The Agency for Economic Development & Empowerment (ÆDE )was established in 2006 during Liberia’s post-war recovery period to contribute to economic development, institutional strengthening, and community empowerment.
ÆDE works with government institutions, development partners, private-sector organizations, cooperatives, and communities to promote sustainable development and economic opportunities throughout Liberia.
Our Mission
Strengthen institutions, build community capacity, expand access to skills & economic opportunities through training, enterprise, & partnerships.
Our Vision
A resilient Liberia where institutions are effective, communities empowered, and individuals have access to inclusive economic opportunities.
20+
Years of Experience
Multi-Sector
Expertise
Strong
Institutional & Development Partnerships
Cooperatives & MSMEs
Institutional & Development Partnerships
Nationwide Project
Experience
What We Do
Capacity Building
Enterprise Development
Research & Assessments
Training & Development
Project Implementation
Institutional Strengthening
Project Areas
How We Do it
Our approach focuses on building local capacity, strengthening institutions, promoting accountability, and ensuring that development interventions are sustainable and locally owned.
Our 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.
How We Do it
ÆDE works through participatory, inclusive, and evidence-based approaches that place communities at the center of development.
We collaborate with government institutions, development partners, private sector actors, cooperatives, and local communities to design and implement practical solutions that respond to real needs on the ground.
Our approach focuses on building local capacity, strengthening institutions, promoting accountability, and ensuring that development interventions are sustainable and locally owned.
Our Impact
For nearly two decades, ÆDE has supported communities, institutions, cooperatives, entrepreneurs, women, and youth across Liberia through targeted development programs and capacity-building initiatives.
Our work has contributed to improved livelihoods, stronger institutions, increased economic opportunities, and enhanced community resilience.
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.
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Our Impact at a Glance
Community Empowerment, Institutional Strengthening and Sustainability
ÆDE empowers Liberian stakeholders through training, enterprise and institutional support.
Community Empowerment, Institutional Strengthening and Sustainability
ÆDE empowers Liberian stakeholders through training, enterprise and institutional support.
Our Mission
Our Vision
Our Mission
Strengthen institutions, build community capacity, and expand access to skills and economic opportunities through training, enterprise, and partnerships.
Our Vision
A resilient Liberia where institutions are effective, communities empowered, and individuals have access to inclusive economic opportunities.
Who We Are
ÆDE Founded in 2006, the Agency for Economic Development & Empowerment (ÆDE ) is a Liberian development and consulting organisation established during the post-war recovery period to support grassroots economic empowerment. Over time, AEDE has evolved into a professional service provider working across community, public, and private sector development initiatives while maintaining its core commitment to inclusive growth, peacebuilding, and empowerment of women and youth.
Who We Are
ÆDE Founded in 2006, the Agency for Economic Development & Empowerment (ÆDE ) is a Liberian development and consulting organisation established during the post-war recovery period to support grassroots economic empowerment. Over time, AEDE has evolved into a professional service provider working across community, public, and private sector development initiatives while maintaining its core commitment to inclusive growth, peacebuilding, and empowerment of women and youth.
What We Do
Skills Development & Training
Delivering market-relevant technical, vocational, and professional training to improve employability and
Enterprise Development
Supporting MSMEs with business development services, entrepreneurship training, and growth-
Our Impact in Numbers
Our Impact in Numbers
Multi-Sector
Agriculture • Finance • Governance • Infrastructure
Our Impact in Numbers
Multi-Sector
Agriculture • Finance • Governance • Infrastructure
Multi-Sector
Agriculture • Finance • Governance • Infrastructure
Our Trust & Impact
For nearly 20 years, ÆDE has partnered across sectors to deliver sustainable impact, empower communities, and strengthen institutions.
Proven Track Record
Delivering practical development and advisory solutions since 2006.
Trusted Institutional Partnerships
Working with government ministries, multilateral agencies, private sector actors, and community organizations.
Community & Enterprise Empowerment
Supporting cooperatives, MSMEs, and vulnerable groups to build sustainable livelihoods.
Systems & Capacity Strengthening
Enhancing institutional performance, governance structures, and market systems for long-term impact.
Our Trust & Impact
For nearly 20 years, ÆDE has partnered across sectors to deliver sustainable impact, empower communities, and strengthen institutions.
Proven Track Record
Delivering practical development and advisory solutions since 2006.
Trusted Institutional Partnerships
Working with government ministries, multilateral agencies, private sector actors, and community organizations.
Community & Enterprise Empowerment
Supporting cooperatives, MSMEs, and vulnerable groups to build sustainable livelihoods.
Systems & Capacity Strengthening
Enhancing institutional performance, governance structures, and market systems for long-term impact.
Our Trust & Impact
For nearly 20 years, ÆDE has partnered across sectors to deliver sustainable impact, empower communities, and strengthen institutions.
Proven Track Record
Delivering practical development and advisory solutions since 2006.
Trusted Institutional Partnerships
Working with government ministries, multilateral agencies, private sector actors, and community organizations.
Community & Enterprise Empowerment
Supporting cooperatives, MSMEs, and vulnerable groups to build sustainable livelihoods.
Systems & Capacity Strengthening
Enhancing institutional performance, governance structures, and market systems for long-term impact.
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.
Samuel W. Thompson
Executive Director
Esther W. Paegar
Deputy Executive Director
Patrick Alix
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John Brownell
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Ms. Elsie Dossen Badio
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Meet Our Board Members
Samuel W. Thompson
Executive Director
Esther W. Paegar
Deputy Executive Director
Patrick Alix
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John Brownell
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Ms. Elsie Dossen Badio
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Connect With Us
For partnerships, institutional advisory, or general inquiries, our team is ready to assist you.
Phone
+ 1 234 567 890
Address
17th Street, Monrovia, Liberia, Behind Stop &; Shop
Address
Monday — Friday 9:00am – 5pm
Saturday — Closed
Send a message
Phone
+ 1 234 567 890
Address
17th Street, Monrovia, Liberia, Behind Stop &; Shop
Address
Monday — Friday 9:00am – 5pm
Saturday — Closed