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Strengthening Legal Support for GBV Survivors: Partnership with Ethiopian Women Lawyers Association (EWLA)

Project Overview

N4ED has established a partnership with the Ethiopian Women Lawyers Association (EWLA), a leading civil society organization providing legal aid and advocating for the rights of women and girls in Ethiopia. Building on an ongoing collaboration in Dire Dawa, this partnership strengthens the legal support component of N4ED’s GBV response by ensuring survivors have access to professional legal services alongside psychosocial and case management support.

Objectives / Goals

  • Improve access to legal support for GBV survivors 
  • Strengthen survivor-centered justice and protection systems 
  • Enhance coordination between legal and social support services 
  • Promote advocacy for improved protection mechanisms 

Target Audience / Beneficiaries

  • Survivors of gender-based violence, particularly women and girls 
  • N4ED case management teams and frontline responders 

Methodology / Approach

The partnership focuses on integrating legal services within N4ED’s GBV response through:

  • Legal counseling and court representation for survivors 
  • Technical guidance and advice to case managers 
  • Joint coordination through referral systems 
  • Collaboration on awareness and advocacy activities 

Impact / Expected Outcomes

  • Improved access to timely and reliable legal support for survivors 
  • Stronger coordination between legal and psychosocial services 
  • Increased protection and informed decision-making for survivors 
  • Contribution to a more responsive and survivor-centered justice system 

Timeline

Ongoing partnership since 2024