SWDRO

One daytraining on the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) was provided to 13 participants, including staff from WDRO, Woreda BoWCA, and Woreda Health Office. This important initiative was conducted with the technical support of UNICEF, who also played a key role in delivering the training and equipping participants with the necessary skills and…

This activity aimed to identify existing services, address gaps, and enhance collaboration among actors involved in GBV prevention and response. The process involved conducting key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and stakeholder consultations with service providers, community leaders, and local authorities. Through this participatory approach, detailed information was collected on the availability, accessibility, and capacity…

As part of strengthening grassroots protection systems, a Community-Based Child Protection Committee (CBCPC) consisting of 15 dedicated members was established in Dhurwale relocation center. The members were carefully selected to represent a cross-section of the community, including women leaders, youth representatives, elders, teachers, health extension workers, and members of existing watchdog committees, ensuring a diverse…

A total of 35 traditional clan leaders and religious leaders participated in the training sessions, which aimed to equip them with the knowledge and tools to challenge harmful social norms, support survivors, and promote protective practices. These respected leaders not only received key information on GBV prevention and response, but also contributed valuable perspectives rooted…

In an effort to strengthen community-based prevention of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Women Development and Reliance Organization (WDRO), in collaboration with trained community volunteers, conducted a series of mobile GBV awareness sessions across targeted areas. These sessions aimed to raise awareness on the root causes, consequences, and available response mechanisms related to GBV. By utilizing a…

WDRO supported 10 women by providing start-up capital to engage in feasible and sustainable livelihood activities. This initiative aimed to empower women economically, enhance their self-reliance, and improve household income. The beneficiaries received training on financial literacy and business planning to ensure effective utilization of the funds. Each woman was supported to establish or expand…

WDRO distributed dignity kits to 600 women and girls in Kebribeyah, Dhurwale towns, Fafan Zone, as part of its efforts to address the immediate hygiene and protection needs of vulnerable populations. The kits, containing essential items such as sanitary pads, underwear, soap, and other personal care products, were designed to promote dignity, hygiene, and safety…

WDRO successfully conducted a comprehensive training session on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) case management for its staff and key stakeholders. The training aimed to enhance the capacity of participants to deliver survivor-centered, ethical, and effective GBV response services within their communities. A total of 20 participants all female, including WDRO personnel, local authorities, health providers, and…

WDRO provided critical Gender-Based Violence (GBV) case management to 30 girls and women at the Women and Girls’ Safe Spaces (WGSS) in Kebribeyah and Dhurwale towns, Fafan Zone. These services were uniquely designed to the individual needs of survivors, using a survivor-centered approach that prioritized safety, confidentiality, and empowerment.  Case management enabled the survivors to be treated with dignity and respect, providing a conducive environment where they were heard, supported, and empowered to rebuild their lives. Through the tailoring of interventions to each survivor’s individual circumstances, WDRO recovered the agency and resilience of survivors while reducing GBV’s short-term and…

WDRO successfully completed the construction and full equipping of the Women and Girls Safe Space, creating a confidential environment for case management and support. Additionally, latrines and a security guard post were constructed at the Women and Girls’ Safe Space (WGSS) in Kebribeyah, Dhurwale town, Fafan zone. This critical infrastructure provides women and girls with…