Organization for Social Development in partnership with Save the Children International conducted a Training Workshop on Child Rights and Business Principles (CRBP) on May 09, 2026, in Bishoftu, Ethiopia, bringing together children from Addis Child-Led Initiatives Coalition (ACLIC), partner CSOs, and stakeholders to strengthen child-led advocacy and understanding of child rights in business practices. The workshop focused on the Ten CRBP principles, the Spider Web organizational assessment tool, child labour advocacy, disability inclusion, and responsible business practices, while also highlighting ACLIC members’ experiences from Shangtex Garment Industry at Bole Lemi Industrial Park. The training strengthened participants’ advocacy, leadership, and organizational assessment skills and concluded with strong commitments from OSD and SCI to continue advancing child rights and CRBP implementation in Ethiopia.
On May 1, 2026, ACLIC members and Nifas Silk Lafto Sub-City Child Parliament members, along with representatives from Save the Children Ethiopia, met in Bishoftu to strengthen child-led advocacy on disability and inclusion. The training built practical skills to address barriers facing marginalized children and promoted inclusive monitoring, self-advocacy, and GEDSI integration. It also reinforced collaboration priorities on street children, disability, and gender equality, while reaffirming OSD’s commitment to evidence-based, inclusive services in Addis Ababa.