Cement Industry of Ethiopia

Contact Us Mr Abdissa Adugna Secretary General Tel +251-11-5156144, 5506043 Fax +251-11-5508935 P. O. concussion 12898 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia E-mail email&160protected org. et email&160protected org. et email&160protected org. et email&160protected org. et The Ethiopian welt Industries Association (ELIA) is organizing the All-African Leather fun middling (AALF) 2008 which lead take place in Addis Ababa from February 20-22, 2013.It will bring together tanners, footwear and other slash greats manufacturers, equipment and engineering science suppliers, chemical and inputs suppliers, manpower training institutions, peck promotion organizations, and so onfrom all everywhere the world. African companies and organizations are expected to constitute the largest attendance. The Fair is a specialised one designed to promote the African slash industry and to change it create an interface with its neighborhoodners within the continent and around the world.It will in like manner o ffer the opportunity for business persons in the industry to meet and to smatter face to face and to get immediate feedback on their prospective businesses. It will enhance their access to new markets and it will also provide a comprehensive forum for increased business in lather, leather products and the assort industries notably chemicals, machinery, components and accessories. Ethiopia has a successful track record in organizing change leather fairs.The Meet in Africa 2004 Leather Fair was one of such(prenominal)(prenominal) Fairs which was able to draw the participation of more than 270 Ethiopian and international exhibitors and more than 3000 international visitors. Organizing of specialized leather trade fairs similar to the All-African Leather Fair (AALF) 2013 will serve as a vehicle to promote the riches that Africa has in the sector by making a platform in stock(predicate) where the industry can showcase its exportable items to the world market. About Us Background a nd Organizational HistoryEthiopian Leather Industries Association (ELIA) is a nonprofit trade association of the leather industries businesses. ELIA works to enhance and improve the leather industries business climate by promoting export of leather, shoes and leather goods and garment, protect the rights of members, and assisting businesses to improve. ELIA was first founded in 1994 as the Ethiopian Tanners Association. In the family 2004 the name was changed to the Ethiopian Tanners, Footwear and Leather Products Manufacturing Association to allow footwear and leather garments and articles full participation in the Association.The name was again changed, as of January 2007 to the Ethiopian Leather Industries Association (ELIA). ELIA Incorporates Footwear, Leather Garments &038 Goods and Tanners operating in the country. Vision To be the premier association spearheading the emergence of the Ethiopian leather industry as a key global player good example of its members who are produ cing and exporting first choice leather and leather products. MissionThe Ethiopian Leather Industries Association (ELIA) is a trade association of leather industries elicit companies. ELIA works to enhance and improve the leather industries business climate. It is a recognized and respected representative and proponent of the leather industries in Ethiopia. important Objectives Promote and foster the interests of the leather industry Promote cooperation among its members and establish good working relations with other stakeholders in the value chain acquaint its members in ational, regional and international forums Maintaining close working relationship with the authorities and help in creating and sustaining enabling environment for the industry Reflect the rough-cut interests of its members in negotiations with any institutions or individuals that work support the development of the leather industry Enhance the development of high standards in industrial ethical motive and q uality of products Coordinate industry endeavors in environmental care and protection Coordinate the industrys participation in enhancing social activities such as welfare, control of HIV/AIDS, alleviating gender related problems, youth unemployment, etc. Services Advocacy with regard to the industrys views in administrative matters Coordinate capacity building activities through training programs, panel discussions, buff project development, etc. Provides market information to its members Coordinates international trade fair participation of members Organizes All African Leather Fair (AALF) Coordinates industrys role in sector problems Represents the industry in partnerships with donors, counter part organizations, etc. supporting similar initiatives Values and Principles The following values and channelize principles of ELIA have been adaptedMembers-centered (empowerment, solidarity, participatory, need-based, culture, etc. ) Fairness and Equality, Moral &038ethical integrity T ransparency &038 Accountability Good governance, independence Communication &038 Collaboration, sexuality equality Environmental consciousness Sustainability, Impact Member Profiles MEMBERS The 37 members of the Ethiopian Leather Industries Association produce a wide range of goods for buyers throughout the world, from top of the line semi-processed and finished leather, to beautiful apparel, shoes and accessories. gratify contact the following companies directly for more information concerning the many leather goods and accessories available from Ethiopia. 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