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NEWA in partnership with Terredes Hommes Netherlands, organized a consultative meeting with Ethiopian Young Women Voice (EYWV) As part of the She Leads project activity, the Network of Ethiopian Women’s Associations (NEWA) in partnership with Terredes Hommes Netherlands, organized a consultative meeting with Ethiopian Young Women Voice (EYWV) and feminist leaders on prioritizing girls and young women advocacy. The meeting facilitated discussion, experience sharing and mutual learning, and proudly introduced newly appointed chairs who guided our efforts. Moreover, together, identified and prioritized key advocacy issues to address the most pressing needs of girls and young women. It served as a platform to enhance engagement and mutual support among GYW. The meeting was held at Sapphaire Addi hotel, Addiss Ababa.

NEWA organized a three-day capacity building training on political participation and election in collaboration with NEBE and UN Women Ethiopia. Network of Ethiopian Women’s Association, in collaboration with National Election Board of Ethiopia NEBE (የኢትዮጵያ ብሔራዊ ምርጫ ቦርድ) and UN Women Ethiopia organized a three-day capacity building training on political participation and election on remaining and re-election for female candidates. The training aims to empower female candidates for the upcoming elections, enhancing their capacity for active political participation nationwide. The training kicked off with the opening speech of H.E Melatwork Hailu, Chairperson of the National Election Board of Ethiopia. “Women’s participation in politics not only promotes women’s rights but also safeguards the rights of other marginalized groups.” The participants came together to join the training from different parts of the nation including Benshangul Gumz, Gijiga 2/Somali, Central Ethiopia: Miskan and Mareqo and Afar region.

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.

NEWA organized a three-day training program (April 23-25, 2024) for Women Right Organizations (WROs) to equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively address SGBV in their communities. The training covered a range of essential topics, including

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 Network for Ethiopian Women’s Associations (NEWA) recently held a vital training program to empower Women’s Rights Organizations (WROs) working on the frontline against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV).

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.

Honorable guest Dr.Ergoge Tesfaye, Minister for Ministry of Women and Social Affairs delivered opening remarks.

NEWA) with Ethiopian Peace Builders has conducted a two-day consultative meeting with EWPB steering committee and women association leaders.

As part of the WVL project the women collectives (NEWA, EWLA, ECD, UEWCA) in collaboration with Plan International Ethiopia organized a two-days multiplatform event for the second time.