Community Empowerment, Institutional Strengthening and Sustainability.
ÆDE empowers Liberian stakeholders through training, enterprise development, and institutional support.
Who We Are
ÆDE Founded in 2006, the Agency for Economic Development & Empowerment (AEDE) 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.
Our Mission
To strengthen institutional effectiveness, build community capacity, and expand access to skills and economic opportunities through training, enterprise development, and partnerships.
Our Vision
A resilient Liberia where institutions are effective, communities empowered, and individuals have access to inclusive economic opportunities.
What We Do
ÆDE applies participatory and evidence-informed approaches that strengthen systems, enhance collaboration, and ensure sustainability.
Institutional Strengthening
Enhancing the capacity of public and private institutions through governance support, systems development, and performance improvement.
Skills Development & Training
Delivering market-relevant technical, vocational, and professional training to improve employability and productivity.
Enterprise Development
Supporting MSMEs with business development services, entrepreneurship training, and growth-oriented advisory support.
Our Trust & Impact
For nearly 20 years, AEDE has partnered across sectors to deliver sustainable impact, empower communities, and strengthen institutions.
Our Approach
ÆDE applies participatory and evidence-informed approaches that strengthen systems, enhance collaboration, and ensure sustainability.
Participatory and context-driven
We work closely with stakeholders to ensure programs are locally informed and inclusive.
Evidence-informed and adaptive
Our interventions are informed by data, research, and practical experience.
Partership-Driven
We collaborate with institutions, communities, and development partners.
Capacity-building and results-oriented
We prioritise long‑term impact and institutional ownership.
Our Impact
Our programs are designed to contribute to measurable development outcomes and long‑term capacity strengthening.
Our Dynamic Team
Samuel W. Thompson
Executive Director
Esther W. Paegar
Deputy Executive Director
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Virgil R. Hall
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- Monday — Friday 9:00am – 5pm
- Saturday — Closed
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