Promoting Youth Engagement in peace building
Objective:To increase participation in peace and security matters and improve economic opportunities for women, youth, and persons with disabilities (PLWDs) in post-conflict areas.Implementation:The project aimed to engage women, youth, and persons with disabilities in critical discussions and decision-making related to peace and security. It also focused on providing targeted programs to improve economic opportunities, specifically designed to uplift young women and PLWDs in post-conflict settings.Outcomes:Outcome 1: There was a noticeable increase in the participation and leadership of women, youth, and PLWDs in peace and security-related discussions, ensuring their voices were heard and considered in decision-making processes.Outcome 2: The project successfully enhanced economic opportunities for youth, particularly young women and PLWDs, in post-conflict areas. This empowerment allowed these groups to rebuild their livelihoods and contribute to community development.
Life skill based SRH
Objective:To integrate life skills-based youth development programs with a focus on health promotion, addressing key issues such as sexual and reproductive health (SRH), mental health, alcohol and drug abuse, and promoting meaningful youth engagement.Implementation:The project engaged young people by providing training, awareness campaigns, and physical fitness opportunities, while strengthening YMCA’s operational capacity to effectively deliver health and development services.Outputs:Output 1: Trained 35 peer educators on sexual and reproductive health (SRH), youth mental health, and the prevention of alcohol and drug abuse. These educators were equipped to cascade their knowledge and engage in meaningful youth outreach and education.Output 2: Improved the health-seeking skills and behavior of 1,050 young people through targeted programs and activities focused on promoting healthy habits.Output 3: Conducted a mass awareness campaign that reached 10,500 young people, raising awareness about SRH, and prevention of alcohol and drug abuse, empowering them to make informed decisions.Output 4: Engaged 2,000 children, youth, and adults in physical fitness activities, including mass sports and both indoor and outdoor sports, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.Output 5: Strengthened YMCA’s governance, program, and operational capacity, improving its ability to plan, monitor, and evaluate programs effectively. This also included enhancing the administrative capacity of YMCA Ethiopia to deliver quality results.
