Prevent GBV&Female Genital Mutilation in Ethiopia

Dear MHO generous donors

With your generous support, MHO continues to make meaningful progress in implementing the project “Prevent GBV & Female Genital Mutilation in Ethiopia”. Although the project has not yet raised substantial funds, the contributions received have been used efficiently to create real impact in the lives of vulnerable women and children. During this reporting period, MHO successfully rehabilitated 172 homeless mothers—many of whom had been living on the streets in extreme poverty and danger. These women have been provided with safe shelter, post-rape care services, medical treatment, trauma counseling, and psychosocial support. Through these efforts, MHO has been able to restore dignity, safety, and hope to mothers and children who were once victims of exploitation and abuse.

Beyond direct service delivery, MHO has also worked to empower these women through education and small-scale economic activities, helping them gain skills for self-reliance and stability. The organization continues to provide health screenings and awareness sessions on gender-based violence, reproductive health, and early childhood development at its rehabilitation facility. Many of the beneficiaries, like women. And a young mother pictured here who survived street violence and is now earning an income through vegetable gardening—are living testimonies of the power of compassion and community support. Her story reflects the transformation that is possible when survivors are given a chance to heal and rebuild their lives with dignity.

Looking ahead, MHO plans to strengthen its advocacy efforts to prevent GBV and FGM in communities across Ethiopia, while expanding access to essential support services for survivors. The organization remains deeply committed to its mission despite resource constraints. Each contribution, no matter how small, helps save lives, protect women and children, and create pathways toward empowerment and independence. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all donors and partners for standing with us in this journey.

Together, we can change many lives.

Dear Kind Donors and Supporters,

While we acknowledge that we did not reach our fundraising target during this reporting period, we are proud to share meaningful progress achieved through your unwavering support.

Thanks to your generous contributions, MHO has successfully conducted comprehensive Gender-Based Violence (GBV) training for 448 street-connected women with childrenat our Rehabilitation Center in Ethiopia.  These women often come from deeply vulnerable backgrounds—facing challenges such as extreme poverty, conflict, domestic violence, and marital breakdowns. As a result, many of them are disproportionately exposed to various forms of GBV, including physical, sexual, psychological, and coercive abuses, as well as deprivation of liberty.

To address these challenges, MHO implemented an intensive GBV awareness and prevention training during the women's rehabilitation period. The training aimed to:

• Build understanding of key GBV concepts
• Identify different forms of violence and early warning signs
• Equip women with knowledge and tools to prevent and respond to violence against women and girls (VAWG)

Training Components and Methodology

The training sessions covered a range of topics, including:

• Overview of Gender-Based Violence
• Root causes and triggers of GBV
• Preventative strategies for violence against women and girls

We employed a participatory and inclusive approach using the following methodologies:

• Brainstorming and open discussions
• Lectures and presentations
• Q&A sessions
• Role-playing exercises
• Real-life case studies and practical demonstrations

Impact Achieved

As a result of the training:

• Participants reported improved awareness of the signs and types of GBV
• Women demonstrated increased confidence in recognizing and responding to abuse
• Several participants expressed a renewed sense of agency in advocating for their safety and dignity

Next Steps: Moving forward, MHO will continue seeking additional funding to expand the reach of this vital work. Our goal is to ensure that no woman or child remains unaware of their rights or unequipped to protect themselves from violence.

We are sincerely grateful for your continued partnership and compassion. Your support is transforming lives—and with your help, we will continue advancing safety, dignity, and justice for vulnerable women in Ethiopia.

Note : All  pictures used for this report are Partial picture of  MHO  

Real Beneficiary

With heartfelt thanks,

MHO Project Team