High-level visit from the Embassy of Sweden to the EOTC DICAC headquarter
Mr. Johan Romare, Deputy Head of Mission and Head of Development Cooperation at the Embassy of Sweden, today visited the head office of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church Development and Inter-Church Aid Commission (EOTC DICAC) to review ongoing development initiatives supported by the Church of Sweden.
During the meeting, EOTC DICAC presented an overview of its core programs and shared the impacts of projects funded through the Church of Sweden on local communities. The presentation highlighted how church-led, community-based interventions contribute to sustainable development and strengthen community resilience, particularly in response to the effects of climate change.
Mr. Johan Romare emphasized that the implementation of programs through church-based frameworks validates the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church’s vital role in delivering holistic development interventions. He further noted that sustained partnerships are essential for advancing social cohesion and improving community well-being.
The Deputy Head of Mission also underscored the critical role of faith-based institutions in mobilizing communities and delivering integrated social, environmental, and humanitarian responses, especially at grassroots level.
In the course of the discussion, EOTC DICAC called for continued support and strengthened collaboration between the Swedish Government and the Church of Sweden, citing the Commission’s proven results and long-term impact in communities across Ethiopia.
The meeting highlighted the strong diplomatic and historical ties between Ethiopia and Sweden, marking 80 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The visit also marked an important milestone as the first high-level visit from the Embassy of Sweden to the EOTC DICAC headquarters. The session provided an opportunity to showcase EOTC DICAC’s work, strengthen institutional partnerships, and engage in constructive dialogue on future development cooperation