Save the Children Ethiopia recently unveiled its localization strategy to the Tigray Localization Working Group at Mekelle Planet Hotel. The initiative was met with strong appreciation from the audience, who recognized its potential to empower local actors and enhance the effectiveness of aid delivery. The strategy is part of Save the Children’s broader commitment to shifting power to local and national actors, ensuring that resources and decision-making are more closely aligned with the needs and priorities of the communities they serve. This approach aims to create more timely, appropriate, and effective outcomes for children and their communities. In addition to Save the Children’s presentation, the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) shared its accomplishments in collaboration with regional and Wereda government structures. The presentation highlighted progress in various areas, including peace support facilities. The group reached a consensus to advocate for partnering with local civil society organizations (CSOs) in future programs, aiming to further strengthen local capacities and ensure sustainable development. This collaborative approach marks a significant step towards more localized and effective humanitarian and development efforts in the Tigray region, with Save the Children leading the way in promoting local leadership and ownership in aid deliver
