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ENWS is a non-governmental, women-led alliance in Ethiopia dedicated to eliminating GBV and empowering women and girls.

27/05/2026

ዒድ ሙባረክ !

እንኳን ለ1447ኛው የዒድ አል-አድሃ (አረፋ) በዓል አደረሳችሁ።

በዓሉ የደስታ፣ የጤና ፣ የመተሳሰብና የሰላም እንዲሆን እንመኛለን። ፈጣሪ ዱዓችሁን እና ምኞታችሁን ሁሉ የሚያሳካበት ፣ ቤታችሁም በበረከት የሚሞላበት ያድርግላችሁ።

የኢትዮጵያ ሴቶች መጠለያ ጥምረት!!!

Eid Mubarak / Melkam Arefa 🌙
The Ethiopian Network of Women Shelters (ENWS) extends its warmest wishes to all Muslims in Ethiopia and around the world on the joyous occasion of Eid al-Adha (Arefa).
May this blessed holiday bring peace, compassion, unity, and hope to every family and community. As we celebrate the values of sacrifice, kindness, and solidarity, let us continue standing together to uphold dignity, protection, and empowerment for women and girls everywhere.
Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and peaceful Eid filled with blessings and happiness.

✨ Eid Mubarak! ✨

22/05/2026

The Ethiopian Network of Women Shelters (ENWS) successfully conducted a two-day Capacity Building Training on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) and Burnout Prevention from May 20–21, 2026, in Debre Zeit/Bishoftu City, in collaboration with Lebeza Psychiatry Hospital.

Key Sessions Included:

✅ Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) principles and approaches.
✅ Stress management and self-care practices
✅ Burnout prevention and coping mechanisms
✅ Trauma-informed care and emotional resilience
✅ Staff wellbeing and workplace mental health support

ENWS extends its appreciation to Lebeza Psychiatry Hospital for the valuable collaboration and technical contribution in facilitating the training. The Network also commends all participating member organizations for their commitment to strengthening survivor-centered and trauma-informed services throughout Ethiopia.

18/05/2026

ENWS joined a national conference by NEBE on Harmonized SOPs to prevent and respond to violence against women in elections. The SOPs were reviewed, validated, and officially signed by key stakeholders, strengthening coordination for safer elections in Ethiopia. ENWS is proud to contribute to this important national effort to protect women and promote inclusive democratic participation.

10/05/2026

🌸 Mother’s Day 2026 | May 10, 2026 🌸

Today, the world commemorates Mother’s Day, honoring the love, strength, and sacrifices of mothers everywhere.

On this special day, the Ethiopian Network of Women Shelters (ENWS) proudly celebrates all mothers—especially those who continue to rise with courage despite hardship, violence, displacement, and injustice.

We recognize mothers as the foundation of every family and the heart of every community.

ENWS remains committed to ensuring that every woman and mother in Ethiopia can live in safety, dignity, and freedom, with access to protection, justice, and healing.

💐 Happy Mother’s Day 2026 to all mothers — your strength shapes the future.

08/05/2026

Irregular migration and human trafficking continue to be major protection concerns in Ethiopia. Many individuals, especially youth and women, are driven by unemployment, poverty, and conflict to seek opportunities through unsafe migration routes.
Unfortunately, deceptive recruiters and criminal networks often exploit this vulnerability, leading to forced labor, sexual exploitation, and other forms of abuse.
Addressing this issue requires strong prevention, awareness raising on safe migration, improved livelihood opportunities, and survivor-centered protection services.
Organizations such as the Ethiopian Network of Women’s Shelters (ENWS), together with partners, are working to strengthen coordination, provide support services, and promote safer migration pathways.
Protecting dignity and rights of people on the move requires collective action

24/04/2026

ENWS and its member organizations (AWSAD Ethiopia, Agar Ethiopia, MELWDA, MCRC, and OPRIFS) are proudly participating in the 27th Addis Chamber International Trade Fair at Addis Ababa Exhibition Center (April 23–25).
The network is showcasing survivor-made handmade products and vocational training outcomes that support women’s economic empowerment and reintegration. The booth also serves as a platform for partnership building and collaboration with stakeholders.
Visit the ENWS booth and support women-led change. 🤝🧵✨🇪🇹

21/04/2026

ENWS held a consultation session with its member organizations to review the findings of a Rapid Assessment on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in conflict-affected areas of Ethiopia.

The assessment covered Amhara, Oromia, Tigray, and Benishangul-Gumuz, highlighting key GBV trends, protection gaps, and urgent needs of women and girls.

The lead researcher presented the findings followed by an engaging discussion with member organizations and invited stakeholders to strengthen coordinated, survivor-centered responses.

12/04/2026

✨Happy Easter (Fasika) – ENWS✨
May this Fasika brings renewed hope, peace, and spiritual strength to you and your loved ones. Inspired by the message of Brhane Tinsae, ENWS reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding the rights, dignity, and wellbeing of women and girls across Ethiopia.
On this sacred celebration of The Holy Resurrection of Jesus Christ, we extend our heartfelt wishes for a joyful and blessed Easter season filled with unity, compassion, and prosperity.

እንኳን ለብርሃነ ትንሣኤዉ በሰላም አደረሳችሁ!
መልካም የፋሲካ በዓል እንዲሆንላችሁ እንመኛለን፡፡

የኢትዮጵያ ሴቶች መጠለያ ጥምረት!

– Ethiopian Network of Women’s Shelters

31/03/2026

Today, ENWS participated in a High-Level Dialogue on Access to Justice for Women and Girls in Ethiopia, held at the UNECA Conference Center and organized by the United Nations and partners.

The event brought together key leaders including UN Women, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs, and the Ministry of Justice, alongside civil society organizations and justice sector institutions.

The dialogue featured strong panel discussions with representatives from the federal courts, Ministry of Justice, EWLA, Ethiopian Human Rights Commission, and CARE Ethiopia, highlighting challenges and solutions to strengthen women’s access to justice.

An exhibition and networking session was also held, where ENWS member organizations including Mother and Children Rehabilitation Center (MCRC) and the Association for Women’s Sanctuary and Development (AWSAD) showcased vocational training and survivor empowerment initiatives, alongside other national and international organizations.

ENWS remains committed to promoting survivor-centered justice and strengthening collaboration for a safer and more equal Ethiopia.

20/03/2026

Eid Mubarak from ENWS

The Ethiopian Network of Women Shelters (ENWS) wishes everyone a joyful and peaceful Eid. May this special occasion bring hope, unity, and compassion to all.

We stand in solidarity with women and girls, reaffirming our commitment to a safer and more dignified future for all.

Eid Mubarak!

እንኳን ለ1447ኛው የኢድ አል-ፈጥር በዓል በሰላም አደረሳችሁ፤ መልካም በዓል እንዲሆንላችሁ እንመኛለን፡፡
ኢድ ሙባረክ።

የኢትዮጵያ ሴቶች መጠለያ ጥመረት!

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Megenagna, Benth Deraru Building (in Front Of Vibes Hotel), 2nd Floor
Addis Ababa

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

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https://enwsethiopia.org/

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