Remembering the Forgotten

Providing emergency aid and development programs to refugees and disadvantaged people in the Horn of Africa and Yemen.

Give an Australian Dollar, Change a Life

Our Story

Ethar Relief is an Australian-based humanitarian organisation founded by former Eritrean refugees who experienced the harsh reality of life in East African refugee camps. Our mission is to alleviate the suffering of 'forgotten' people, with a commitment to providing aid regardless of race, gender, or religious belief.

Our Mission

We provide essential emergency aid, including food, water, and medical care, while also focusing on long-term sustainable development projects.

Where We Work

Our primary focus is on the Horn of Africa, particularly with Eritrean refugees in Sudan, as well as communities in Yemen, Djibouti, and Ethiopia.

Our Values

The name 'Ethar' is an Arabic term meaning altruism and love. It embodies our core principle of selfless, unconditional giving to those in need.


Our Key Projects

Our work is focused on creating lasting change and empowering communities.

Education & Empowerment

We provide educational sponsorship, build schools, and offer skills training to help refugees gain independence and break the cycle of poverty.

Water & Sanitation

We build clean water wells and provide sanitation facilities to ensure access to a basic human right and prevent disease.

Emergency Aid

We respond to crises by providing immediate assistance, including food and shelter, to victims of conflict and natural disasters.


How Your Donation is Used

We are committed to transparency. Every Australian Dollar donated goes towards making a tangible impact on the lives of those we serve.

Total Income (2024) Total Expenditure (2024)
$1,543 AUD $1,412 AUD

Contact Us

Ethar Relief Australia is operated by a passionate team from our Melbourne office.

Email: info@etharreliefaus.org

Address: Truganina, VIC 3029, Australia