Institute of Agaw Studies

The Institute of Agaw Studies (IAS) was founded in 2022 with a profound dedication to preserving and celebrating the rich heritage of the Agaw people. The Institute comprises of eight departments namely: ethnological museum, library, theatrical art, literature, traditional and modern music, audiovisual, graphic arts, and language study and cultural research. The institute is mainly established to:

  • develop and promote professional library and ethnological museum
  • coordinate research, community service, technology transfer and serve as a center for Agaw studies in Ethiopia and internationally
  • organize and promote seminars and thematic workshops on language, culture, indigenous knowledge, historical studies and arts
  • document the intangible heritages of the society
  • advance the fine arts in diverse aspects


Berhanu Asaye Agajie 

(Assistant Professor)

Institute of Agaw Studies Director

Tel:  +251-918-77-92-18

Email: berhanuas@gmail.com