In Ethiopia, we support peacebuilding, as well as increased employment among women and young people. We work alongside church partners, Ethiopian Guenet Church and EMWAC.
Ethiopia is one of the poorest countries in the world. Conflicts between ethnic groups have been an ongoing issue in the country for decades. Development is slowed by armed conflicts, natural disasters, as well as consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.
As a result of these conflicts, numbers of internally displaced people increase, there are food shortages, and the Tigray region is also threatened by famine. Furthermore, youth unemployment, and the exclusion of women and young people in peacebuilding work are significant societal challenges.
Including Minorities in Peacebuilding
Fida’s Country Programme in Ethiopia promotes peace and cohesion within communities by supporting the inclusion of women, girls, young people, and people with disabilities in peacebuilding processes. Peace dialogue between various ethnic groups is promoted by emphasising underlying causes of conflicts and poverty. The employment rate and income levels of women and young people are improved through vocational and entrepreneurship training.
Education opened my eyes to my role as a peacebuilder in schools, where future generations are formed.
Helen Nigusje, physical education teacher.
Fida’s partners are the Ethiopian Guenet Church Development and Welfare Organisation, and the Ethiopian Mulu Wongel Amagnoch Church Development Commission.
Development work is carried out in nine regions: Addis Ababa, Bahir Dar, Dessie, Hawassa, Nekemte, Shashamane, Wolmera, and Wolayta Sodo.
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Development work in Bangladesh
In Bangladesh we support the education of children and youth as well as the livelihood of families.
Development work in Burundi
In Burundi we support the education opportunities of children and youth.
Development work in Bhutan
In Bhutan we support women’s livelihoods by organising vocational training.
Development work in Democratic Republic of the Congo
In Congo we support peacebuilding and children’s right to equal and quality education.
Development work in Iraq
In the Kurdistan region of Iraq we support the education of children and youth with disabilities.
Development work in Kenya
In Kenya we support the education of children, employment of youth, and livelihood of families.
Development work in Myanmar
In Myanmar we support the education of marginalised children and youth.
Development work in Nepal
In Nepal we support the education of children and youth.
Development work in Tanzania
In Tanzania we support the education and right to a safe living environment of children and youth. We especially focus on improving the status of children with disabilities.
Development work in Uganda
In Uganda we support the education and right to a safe living environment of children and youth.