Women are Growing the Economy in Central Ethiopia

Women’s Self-Help Groups empower their members to create better futures for themselves, their families, and the community.

empowermentGina DaCruzOctober 3, 2024women and girls, empowerment

"My neighbors were stunned to see me outside of my home!" Dijame's Story

“…For me, it was unthinkable that I would have a chance to live again. But my God sent WEEMA workers to me. I see them as angels who came to me with good news.”

Resilience and the Power of Women Working Together- Abaynesh's Women's Self-Help Group

The ripple effect of women’s self-help groups is transformative to women, their families, and the larger community.

empowermentGina DaCruzJune 21, 2024empowerment, women and girls, small business

Celebrating Women's History Month with Demekech, a skilled businesswoman and artisan

Demekech, along with 39 other women, participated in extensive pottery training. Since then, she’s worked hard to improve her handmade products.

empowermentGina DaCruzApril 4, 2024empowerment, pottery, gender equality, Self Help Groups, small business

We Met Some Incredible Changemakers at the 2023 Women Deliver Conference

We are committed to addressing gender equality across all our program areas by focusing on improving the lives of girls, women, and the most vulnerable in our communities.

empowermentGina DaCruzOctober 24, 2023women and girls, empowerment, community development

Last year, I joined the farmer support project, and our lives changed completely

Recently, our staff visited Asrat, his wife Dinknesh, and their four young children in the beautiful village of Osheto. Asrat and Dinknesh participate in multiple projects, including our farmers' support project, adults with disabilities project, and women's self-help group.