NEWA in partnership with Ipas Ethiopia organized a one-day awareness-raising training and panel discussion

As part of the International Women’s Day-March 8 activity, the Networks of Ethiopian Women’s Associations (NEWA) in partnership with Ipas Ethiopia organized a one-day awareness-raising training and panel discussion on abortion status and laws in Ethiopia. The training was focused on enhancing the responsiveness, knowledge, and understanding of girls and young women on abortion laws and status. Mr. Dereje Wondimu from Ipas Ethiopia conducted a presentation on abortion status & laws in the Ethiopian context. 

In the afternoon session, a panel discussion was held on sexual reproductive health rights (SRHR). Members of Ethiopian Young Women’s Voice, representatives from Women Right Organization, Women with Disabilities, and other youth representatives were attending the workshop.