08/08/2026
π±β¨ Strengthening Sustainability and Local Ownership of the ENGAGE Project!
On August 7, 2026, Tarkanfi Sustainable Development (TSD) hosted a pivotal one-day workshop at Yaden Hotel, Bishoftu, focused on sustainability and stakeholder engagement for the ENGAGE (Empowering a New Generation of Adolescent Girls) project.
Since April 2024, ENGAGE has been dedicated to empowering adolescent girls, and as we enter our third year, it's crucial to enhance sustainability by fostering local ownership among schools and education structures.
π₯ We were thrilled to bring together key representatives from:
β’ Oromia Education Bureau
β’ Shaggar and Bishoftu City Education, Finance, and Women Affairs Offices
β’ School Directors and Gender Focal Persons from our intervention schools
β’ PTA members and community representatives
β’ Education officers and Training Board members
π― Key workshop highlights included:
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Strengthening stakeholder ownership and accountability
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Integrating ENGAGE priorities into school plans
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Clarifying roles for ongoing support to girls
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Enhancing coordination among schools, government, and communities
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Establishing community-based monitoring mechanisms
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Identifying and supporting at-risk girls
This collaborative effort is vital for ensuring that the progress made through ENGAGE is not only sustained but also institutionalized through local commitment.
π Together, when schools, communities, and government unite, we can better support girls in staying in school, learning, and reaching their full potential!