About Kidy Foundation

Life has the right of way.We help protect it.

Kidy Foundation is a Canadian registered charity working across Canada and Ethiopia to prevent collisions, respond when they happen, and support survivors and families through recovery.

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Collision Response

Prevention

Posttrauma Care

Canada and Ethiopia

One mission. Safer journeys for every community.

Registered charity

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Kidest Kifle Woldemariam, whose legacy inspired Kidy Foundation — Her memory continues through every safer journey, supported survivor, and empowered community.

Our Story

A legacy of love, transformed into action.

Our story is deeply personal, but its purpose belongs to everyone. We turn remembrance into practical action that protects lives, strengthens communities, and supports people affected by collisions.

01

A life remembered

Kidy Foundation was established in honor of Kidest Kifle Woldemariam. Her life and legacy remain at the heart of our commitment to protect people and care for communities.

02

A purpose shared

What began with remembrance grew into a community of advocates, volunteers, donors, educators, and partners who believe every life is precious.

Where we are today

One mission across Canada and Ethiopia.

Today, we work with schools, healthcare providers, public institutions, and community leaders through collision response, prevention, and posttrauma care—turning awareness into lasting change.

“Life Has The Right Of Way.”
Our story moves forward every time someone chooses safety, supports a survivor, or helps prevent a collision.

Our Purpose

Clear direction. Shared responsibility. Safer journeys.

Our mission guides today's action, while our vision keeps us focused on the safer future communities deserve.

What we do

Our Mission

Mobilize communities in Canada and Ethiopia, advance road-safety education, reduce collision-related deaths and disabilities, and work with governments, organizations, and partners to protect lives.

What we are building

Our Vision

A future where responsible road use, public awareness, and shared social responsibility prevent avoidable loss and ensure every person can travel with greater safety and dignity.

What guides us

Values we put into action.

These principles shape how we serve communities, build partnerships, and make decisions across every program.

01

Awareness

Make the human impact of road collisions visible and help communities understand how everyday choices can protect lives.

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Compassion

Stand beside survivors and families with practical, rehabilitative, and emotional support rooted in dignity.

03

Advocacy

Champion stronger policies, responsible road use, and systems that place human life at the center of mobility.

04

Education

Equip children, youth, educators, and road users with practical knowledge that helps prevent collisions.

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Collaboration

Work with communities, institutions, agencies, and partners because lasting road safety requires shared action.

Our promise

Every action should move people toward safer roads and stronger recovery.