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Empowering Frontline Responders & CSOs to Deliver Survivor-Centered GBV Services in Ethiopia

Project Overview (Introduction)

This project strengthens the quality and coordination of gender-based violence (GBV) prevention and response systems in Ethiopia. Implemented by N4ED in partnership with Eurika Yebego Adragot Dirigit, it supports frontline responders and civil society organizations (CSOs) to deliver consistent, survivor-centered services. The initiative focuses on improving practical application of national standards, coordination mechanisms, and service delivery across seven regions: Addis Ababa, Tigray, Amhara, Oromia, Afar, South Ethiopia, and Gambella.

Objectives / Goals

  • Strengthen the capacity of CSOs and regional actors to apply national GBV standards in their work 
  • Improve the quality and consistency of frontline GBV service delivery 
  • Enhance staff well-being through trauma-care and psychosocial support 
  • Strengthen coordination and referral systems across sectors and regions 

Target Audience / Beneficiaries

The project targets frontline GBV responders and organizations working in prevention and response. This includes health workers, police officers, social workers, legal professionals, and CSO staff supporting survivors. Indirectly, the project benefits GBV survivors through improved access to safe, coordinated, and quality services.

Methodology / Approach

The project combines capacity building, technical support, and system strengthening. It delivers regional trainings on survivor-centered case management and referral pathways, while supporting CSOs to integrate national standards into their operations. It also introduces standardized data systems (GBV IMS), translates key tools for accessibility, and provides psychosocial support and mentoring to strengthen staff resilience and service quality.

Impact / Expected Outcomes

  • Improved quality and consistency of GBV service delivery across regions 
  • Stronger coordination between government, CSOs, and community actors 
  • Standardized data collection and reporting systems in place 
  • Increased sustainability through trained local actors and cascade training models 
  • Better-supported frontline staff, reducing burnout and improving survivor care 

Timeline

August 2025 – December 2026

Call to Action

Partners are invited to support the expansion of this initiative through funding, technical expertise, and collaboration. Government institutions, CSOs, and humanitarian actors can contribute by adopting standardized GBV practices, strengthening referral systems, and participating in coordinated national efforts to improve survivor-centered services.

Donor / Sponsored

French Embassy in Ethiopia & the African Union

Target Area

Addis Ababa, Amhara, Tigray, Oromia, Afar, South Ethiopia Regional State, and Gambella