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In a significant step toward empowering internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Tigray region, a vocational training program in food preparation has been officially launched by HOP, a local CSO based in Tigray, Mekelle. The initiative aims to equip 40 girls and women IDPs with essential culinary skills, fostering self-reliance and enhancing livelihood opportunities. The …

Vocational Training in Food Preparation Launched for IDPs in Tigray Read More »

HOP launched a peace building project with the financial assistance of Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade, and Development (DFATD) of Canada. The project is being implemented in the IDP communities living in three collective centers (Shire preparatory school, Adi-kentibay elementary school and Adi-wenfito elementary school) at Tigray Region, Shire town The goal of this  project …

IDPs in HOP Supported Settlement Sites at Shire conducting coffee ceremonies to discuss peace building and conflict prevention issues Read More »

HOP is a joint-implementer of a project entitled “Education in Emergency and Psycho-social Support for Crisis-Affected Children in the Central Zone of Tigray, Ethiopia”. The project commenced implementation on 1 June 2024 and will continue to be implemented until 30 November 2024. It targets 2015 school children (1228 Male and 785 female) and 61 teachers …

HOP provides PSS training for religious leaders, caregivers, and teachers Read More »

Heal Our People (HOP), funded by the Canadian Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI), conducted a training session on “Integrating Mental Health and Psycho-Social Support into Peace-Building for Community Councilors” from July 1,2024 to July 2, 2024. Held in Shire, the training saw 20 participants (6 female, 14 male) and aimed to enhance their skills in …

CFLI and HOP Conduct Successful Training in Shire Read More »

HOP conducted an INEE-TiCC training program for teachers in crisis contexts. The training took place in Adwa from June 28, 2024 to June 30, 2024 with 30 participants (18 female, 12 male) from Gendebta and May-shiho schools.  The focus was on equipping the teachers on minimum competency and was focused on the role of the …

HOP Strengthens Crisis Response with INEE-TiCC Training for Teachers Read More »

Heal Our People (HOP) Co-Leads Tigray CCCM Cluster to Support Vulnerable Communities Mekelle, 10/06/2024 – In a significant development, Heal Our People (HOP), a local Civil Society Organization (CSO), has been selected as a co-lead for the Tigray Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) sub-national cluster. This strategic partnership underscores HOP’s unwavering commitment to serving …

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Date: June 8, 2024 Location: Desta International Hotel, Mekelle In a momentous event today, the workshop on “Fostering Positive Relationships between Returning IDPs and Local Settlers through an advocacy campaign and training on peace building” was officially launched. The gathering brought together key stakeholders, including Mrs. General Zewdu Berhe Head of Tigray Social Affairs and …

News Update: Project Launching Workshop on Fostering Positive Relationships between Returning IDPs and Local Settlers Read More »

HOP has secured CAD 60,000 from the government of Canada for the project in Western Tigray aimed at fostering positive relationships between returning internally displaced persons (IDPs) and local settlers. The project, which runs from May 20, 2024, to February 21, 2025, focuses on facilitating the safe and sustainable return of IDPs to their place …

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The 15th  General Assembly meeting of the Alliance for Civic Society of Tigray, or ACSOT, a coalition of 72 regional and national NGOs, was held at the Mekelle Desta Hotel on March 28, 2024. The appointment of new board members was one of its main objectives. Mr. Daniel Admasu, executive director of our organization, HOP, …

“Mr. Daniel Admasu Elected to ACSOT Board During 15th General Assembly Meeting” Read More »

A distribution site in Tigray where Shelter NFI items were provided to affected households.