Empowering East Shoa: SWDA and Ipas-Ethiopia Unite to Transform Sexual and Reproductive Health and Right Education
Kilole Hotel, July 22, 2025
A powerful new chapter in community health and empowerment begins today as the Siiqqee Women’s Development Association (SWDA) launched its ambitious project, “Strive for Improved Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Information and Services,” at Kilole Hotel.
The dynamic Project Launching and Sensitization Workshop heralds a new chapter in advancing health and rights for thousands across the East Shoa Zone districts. Further, the workshop increased stakeholder awareness, strengthened cross-sector collaboration, and unified understanding of project goals, laying the groundwork for effective implementation. The workshop convened an impressive assembly of representatives from the Oromia Health Bureau, Oromia Finance Bureau, zonal and woreda offices, alongside a vital partner the donor organization Ipas- Ethiopia.
Welcoming the participants, Mr. Gelalcha Negassa, Program Manager of SWDA, outlined the organization’s strategic priorities and articulated the ambitious goals of the new project. His remarks set an encouraging tone, emphasizing collaboration and community empowerment.
Mr. Gelalcha Negassa, SWDA Program Manager
On the other hand, Mr. Kasahun Mormu delivered a keynote address emphasizing the role of Ipas-Ethiopia and the significance of its partnership with SWDA in implementing the project across the East Shoa Zone, including Batu and Bishoftu Town Administrations. The project will be carried out in 15 kebeles linked to health centers, aiming to provide Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) education to over 27,000 people within the next year. Mr. Kasahun also highlighted that demand creation and advocacy efforts will be supported by a complementary logistics support program in the target areas.
Mr. Kasahun Mormu, Keynote Speaker
The interactive session, engaging 36 participants (30 men and 6 women), sparked lively discussions about the profound impact of improved SRHR access. Following these discussions, participants agreed to collaborate closely to ensure its successful implementation. The project is expected to directly benefit thousands of individuals across the target areas by improving awareness, education, and access to essential health services. This significant milestone marks the start of SWDA’s transformative initiative to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights through dedicated partnerships and a clear roadmap.
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