Empowering Children to Lead Change in Ethiopia
OSD launches new initiative to strengthen child participation in advocacy and accountability
On March 21, 2026, the Organization for Social Development (OSD) launched a new child rights project in Adama, bringing together 40 participants including children from ACLIC, government representatives, and partners like Save the Children International. The workshop highlighted the vital role of child-led initiatives in promoting, advocating, and monitoring child rights. Through presentations, dialogue, and collaboration, stakeholders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening children’s voices, expanding participation platforms, and advancing accountability systems across Ethiopia.
ACLIC Strengthens Advocacy Strategy Following UN Child Rights Review
The Addis Child-Led Initiative Coalition (ACLIC) held a two-day advocacy workshop on February 28–March 1, 2026 at Naflet Hotel in Adama to review the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child’s latest recommendations to Ethiopia. Through expert-led training and group discussions, members analyzed key findings and developed a unified Child Rights Advocacy Policy Framework to guide coordinated reform efforts, strengthen protection systems, and align local initiatives with international standards.
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