"Cross-Regional Networking and Experience Sharing Platform" held at the Unison Hotel in Bahir Dar

We are thrilled to share the highlights from our recent “Cross-Regional Networking and Experience Sharing Platform” held at the Unison Hotel in Bahir Dar, !

This landmark event brought together inspiring women leaders from the Amhara, Afar, Benishangul-Gumuz, and Tigray regions to share their journeys, celebrate successes, and tackle the challenges of building a sustainable peace together.

Representatives from four regions shared firsthand experiences on community representation and the vital role of women’s rights organizations in fostering stability.

Participants engaged in a deep-dive discussion to design a joint framework for future peacebuilding efforts across regional borders.

In a moving recognition ceremony that also commemorated the Month of March and the global celebration of women’s contributions, certificates were presented to representatives of the four regions—Amhara, Afar, Benishangul-Gumuz, and Tigray. This special tribute honored their unwavering commitment, leadership, and resilience in the pursuit of peace and community unity, acknowledging their “unreplaceable contribution” as part of this month’s honors.

We capped off the day with a symbolic cake-cutting ceremony, marking a sweet milestone in our collective journey toward harmony.

The Network of Ethiopian Women’s Associations (NEWA) remains dedicated to strengthening the role of women as the bridge-builders of our society. When women lead in peace, the whole community thrives!