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African Faith Leaders Endorse Addis Ababa Faith Declaration on Climate Justice

9/8/2025

Religious leaders and faith-based organizations from across Africa convened for the Pre-Summit Faith Workshop, where they formally endorsed the Addis Ababa Faith Declaration on Climate Justice.

Addis Ababa Faith Declaration on Climate Justice has officially declared

9/8/2025

African faith leaders united for climate action and climate justice, and calls for equity, peace, and care for creation.

EOC-DICAC Expands Immunization Efforts

8/28/2025

Currently, EOC-DICAC is implementing vaccination projects across three regions covering 6 sub cities in B/Dar city, 29 woredas in Amhara, 5 woredas in Oromia, and 10 woredas in South Ethiopia regions DICAC focuses on reaching zero-dose (ZD) and under-vaccinated (UV) children with special attention to remote, underserved pastoralist and vulnerable populations.

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Better Dairy, Better Lives A Priest Becoming a change Agent for Dairy Farming

Mela’eke Selam Lealem, a dedicated priest deeply invested in the well-being of his community, resides In the Awi Zone, Banja Woreda, Bassa Kebele.

The EOTC DICAC team, met Mela’eke Selam during the training of trainers’ session in the "Better Dairy for All" project, representing the Banja Woreda Church, eager to explore new experiences for improvement.

In earlier years, Mela’eke struggled to provide adequate milk for his children, largely due to a lack of understanding of its nutritional benefits. However, the training session was a turning point for him. Upon learning about the vital role of milk plays in child development and the impact of its absence, concern him. Determined to change the course of his children’s lives, he made a quick decision

Upon returning from the training, Mela’eke Selam invested in a milk cow, significantly enhancing his family’s nutrition and ensuring his children's health from the adverse effects of malnutrition. This project not only fostered their health but also brought joy and a sense of accomplishment to his household.

Inspired by his newfound knowledge, Mela’eke Selam saw an opportunity to extend his impact beyond his family. He intended to purchase additional milk cows and plan to renting out milk to neighbors. He aimed to boost both his income and the community’s health.

Mela’eke is now not just a participant in the "Better Dairy for All" project, he is a proactive champion, aspiring to continue expanding his dairy production and inspire those around him. His ambition is clear— he plans to acquire another cow in the near future, turning his vision into reality and realizing his dream of a healthier community.