to work with Smart Civilization, a humanitarian organization based in the Russian Federation.
Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church Development and Christian Development Commission, Archbishop…
to work together on the critical matters of refugee and returnee assistance, education, and GBV and…
Currently, EOC-DICAC is working with Norwegian Church Aid on climate change and rural livelihood improvement projects. In the Oromia Region, the "Ethiopian Interfaith Initiative for Forest Conservation and Climate Action" project is making significant results in improving the livelihood of the community through sustainable forest and land management practices.
Aba Biya Aba Gero, lives in Jima Zone's Kersa woreda, is one of beneficiary of the Ethiopian Interfaith initiatives for forest conservation and climate action. Thanks to the support from Norwegian Church Aid (NCA), this project offers essential training to individuals like Aba Biya, who rely on the forest for their livelihoods, enabling them to enhance their quality of life and explore new income-generating opportunities.
He is bearing the fruit of his work after taking an extensive training program that enhances his skills in beekeeping and fruit production. He received 900 papayas, 4 Kg of green bean seed, and 15 beehives. His success in fruit and vegetable production inspired many farmers in the area. Today, his farm is covered with a diverse range of fruits and vegetables, and he is expecting to harvest more than last year.
With his extensive experience, he shares his knowledge with other farmers and serves as a trusted opinion leader for the project. His valuable contribution toward climate-smart agriculture practice is instrumental in achieving the project's objectives.
Aba Biya is a model farmer in his community and dedicated to meeting the needs of his community. Collaborating with EOTC DICAC, he is producing to distributing a fast-growing banana variety that is highly demanded in the area and harvested in just Nine months.
In addition to his experience in vegetable and fruit production, he is a forestry champion in the area. He has planted approximately 4000 exotic trees in his farmland and the surrounding area making a significant impact on the environment.
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Mrs. Aregash Belay and her husband, Mr. Desalegn Negusse, are residents of 07 Kebele Sekota Zuria Woreda. This family has suffered a lot they have lost their 13, Year old son. We met them, during a small ruminant distribution at Hammusit Market.
They have farmland however their productivity wasn’t that much, so Mr. Desalegn travelled to Addis Ababa and began working at low wages to cope with the economic pressures in 2012 E.C. In the absence of her husband, raising eight children was Mrs. Aregash’s responsibility. Mrs. Aregash couldn’t continue the agricultural work that they were doing before, so she rented out the land. She gets half of the production in return.
As soon as the war calmed down Mr. Desalegn returned to his family. At the time banks were not open; this situation challenged them to use the limited amount of money he brought with him.
In refugee and IDP camps, youth face mental health challenges like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and addiction. These individuals have often experienced traumatic events; lack of education and job opportunities, leading to feelings of depression and hopelessness, which can contribute to mental health issues.
Sports help to build stronger, healthier, and more resilient communities. It is not only an excellent way to stay physically fit; it also provides significant psychological benefits. It helps to improve your mood and moderate stress. It has benefits for conflict-affected communities in promoting physical and mental health, social integration, cohesion, education, and development.
Considering the challenges facing young people and the need to contribute to the protection of conflict-affected people through sport, former football player Semon Negusu volunteers to coach youth living in the China IDP site (one of the EOTC DICAC intervention areas), Deber Berhan Town. He began his work by having a deep conversation with the youth who are vulnerable to addiction and mental health issues and convincing them to engage in sports activities. Then he organized two teams (under 16 and 17 years old). He coaches each team three days a week.