Petition for a Peaceful Democratic Transition in Ethiopia
To the African Union, United Nations, Ethiopian political leaders and the Ethiopian people 
Ethiopia needs a new path toward peace, democracy, justice and national reconciliation.
In 2018, a major political transition created hope for democratic reform after years of popular protests and political crisis. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed was internationally recognized in 2019 with the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts toward peace between Ethiopia and Eritrea and for his stated reform agenda.
However, Ethiopia subsequently experienced devastating armed conflicts, including the Tigray war, and continuing violence in other regions. International human-rights organizations and UN bodies have documented serious violations against civilians, restrictions on political and civic space, displacement and continuing insecurity. These problems cannot be solved through military confrontation alone.
We therefore call for:
1. A peaceful and inclusive national political dialogue involving Ethiopia's major political, regional, civic and social forces.
2. A credible, inclusive and time-bound transitional political process if required to create the conditions for democratic renewal.
3. Protection of civilians and an end to political violence and armed confrontation.
4. Independent investigation and accountability for serious human-rights violations — regardless of who committed them.
5. Genuine political participation, freedom of expression, independent media and protection of civil society.
6. Professional and politically neutral security institutions under civilian and legal oversight.
7. Implementation of credible transitional justice, including truth, accountability, reconciliation and appropriate reparations.
8. A clear pathway toward free, fair, competitive and credible civic participative Transitions and Descisions to Self-Determination up to Secession depend up on Confederation.
Our goal is not revenge against any ethnic group, region, or religiin group.
Our goal is an Ethiopia where political power is obtained peacefully, citizens are protected equally, and political disagreements are resolved through democratic institutions rather than war.

Ethiopia stands at a crossroads.

Immediate and sustained action will prevent further conflict and division. By facilitating open dialogue and ensuring fair representation, we can collectively ensure a peaceful democratic transition. Only then can Ethiopia fully realize the dreams of its people—a prosperous and peaceful nation for future generations.

We urge the African Union, the United Nations, Ethiopian political leaders, and all Ethiopians to harness this moment as an opportunity. An opportunity where dialogue replaces discord, and cooperation replaces conflict. For a future where Ethiopian children can live without fear, in a truly democratic society.

Let us stand together, united in our cause. Please sign this petition to call for a peaceful democratic transition in Ethiopia. Your support can help us ensure that our aspirations for a democratic society do not remain a distant dream, but become the reality we all desire.