The purpose of the Association is to create a community resource providing information and services, including ways to cope with the emotional and financial needs of families in Austin and surrounding areas after a catastrophic losse(s), such as the death of a family member. This is similar to mutual assistance associations traditionally known as “EDIR” in Ethiopian communities.

The death of a loved one is one of life's most difficult experiences. The bereaved struggle with many intense and painful emotions, including depression, anger, guilt, and profound sadness. Often, they feel isolated and alone in their grief, but having someone to lean on can help them through the grieving process.

 The Association aims to provide a mechanism by which grieving families can receive support following the death of a family member, as well as assisting with necessary information regarding documentations to make transitions. The Association further coordinates mechanisms to help and assist in their emotional and financial burdens.

  The Association aims to provide a mechanism by which grieving families can receive support following the death of a family member, as well as assisting with necessary information regarding documentations to make transitions. The Association further coordinates mechanisms to help and assist in their emotional and financial burdens.

   The Association is not affiliated with any religious or political organizations and does not advocate on behalf of any race, place of origin or ethnicity. The Association is to be registered as a non-profit organization in the State of Texas.