Entoto Nutrition and Women Empowerment Program

Project Overview and Objectives

Launched in June 2017 with 100% volunteer support, this 3-year community-based project aimed to improve child care and maternal nutrition in Gulele sub-city. It combined nutrition education, economic empowerment, and community leadership to strengthen household well-being.

Target Audience / Beneficiaries

Directly benefited 38 individuals (19 mothers and their newborns); indirectly reached husbands, siblings, and the broader community via a “Nutrition Ambassadors” model.

Methodology / Approach

Mothers received training on nutrition, hygiene, child care, and health practices. The project provided business and life skills training, savings and loan schemes, and counseling. Three mother champions were selected to train peers and promote behavior change.

Impact / Expected Outcomes

Improved household nutrition and income, enhanced maternal practices, and the foundation of a self-sustained Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA).

Timeline

June 2017 – 2020 (Closed project)

Targeted Area 

Chefe – Entoto Area 

Testimonies – 

“I’ll give my support for the group so that it continues as it is. Because of this program I have expanded my social group and also, I started my own business which helped me to cover my house expenses.”

Kibinesh, Abel’s mother

“I started saving and opened a bank account at the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia.  I can now afford to buy all the necessary ingredients from the market to feed my child. “

Etenesh, Metassebia’s mother