It is a great pleasure to share the wonderful achievements you have been part of.
Strengthening maternal health services for women across Ethiopia. Preventing and treating childbirth injuries. Helping every woman access the care they need to give birth safely and equipping them to make informed decisions about their own health.
77 midwives’ training costs were contributed to, so that thousands more women in rural communities can access life-saving care.
119 women were cured of obstetric fistula, a devastating childbirth injury, and could rejoin their communities with confidence.
317 pregnant women were supported through midwife home visits, bringing vital care to women who otherwise would have none.
“Regardless of how far it is, I don’t care, I’ll go“
It was mid-February, when a young woman, Selam, went into labour at home in her remote village. After many hours labouring with only her family present
Creating safe, inclusive communities where the voices of women and girls are heard and they are protected from gender-based violence. Preventing cervical cancer and harmful practices such as female genital mutilation (FGM).
5,478 women were screened for cervical cancer, with immediate treatment for those whose results showed potentially harmful cells.
Chaltu’s cervical cancer test was positive: they found potentially harmful precancerous cells.
Emergency and recovery
Delivering vital relief to people affected by crises. Equipping communities with skills and resources to be more resilient and supporting recovery work. Being there for people who have no one else to turn to.
22 health centres were re-equipped with birthing kits and other vital equipment after the conflict in Tigray.
8,477 people displaced by conflict received life-saving care, including pregnant women, mothers and young children.
583 families’ livelihoods were protected, with emergency food for livestock and veterinary care.
Across Ethiopia, conflict has displaced over 4.6 million people. Many of them mothers with young children, like Safiya and her baby. Safiya fled her home
Health and Wellbeing
Equal opportunities for children and adults living with disabilities. Preventing and treating neglected tropical diseases. Building inclusive and accessible communities for everyone. Restoring dignity and providing care for older people and people with terminal illnesses.
2,965 people gained independence thanks to wheelchairs and other mobility aids.
900 vulnerable children & adults ate breakfast/ lunch daily in a supportive, safe space.
400 terminally ill people were supported with home-based palliative care.
Tomas has a learning disability coupled with physical challenges. He has no speech and is unable to stand or walk unaided. His mother Maria is
Education
Removing barriers to education, helping keep girls in school, ensuring the next generation of leaders and decision-makers reach their full potential and create long-term change.
97% of students are now employed after completing vocational training last year.
Over 9,000 girls were given reusable period packs, helping them stay in school.
726 children’s school fees were subsidised by our partner’s school farm project.
“I don’t want any girl to be shy about periods. A period is not a taboo it’s a natural process.”
The day-to-day impact of our partners’ work is truly life-transforming. We hope you have seen how every donation contributes to directly helping someone who really needs it. We cannot say thank you enough – this work wouldn’t be possible without you.
81p funds local projects in Ethiopia helping to transform lives.
19p helps to raise the next £1 and funds essential running costs.
A message of thanks from our CEO Lisa Cousins
With your donation, our local partners can support people who need it the most, at a time when it will make a real difference.
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