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DEC hosted a panel discussion on Localization of Aid at Gihon hotel. The event gave good opportunity for the participants to understand about the changes the donor agencies and international organizations are making to move forward to implement the Localization initiative in a better way. Special thanks to panelist from #USAID #SCI #ACSO and #WildeGanzen […]

Excitement fills the air as the 2023 Change the Game Academy’s training of trainers begins. Hosted by the Development Expertise Center (DEC) and initiated by Wilde Ganzen, this program aims to equip participants with the skills to make a lasting impact in their communities. Day one sets the stage for an enlightening journey of local

At the RHRN2 East African regional linking and learning event, the first day commenced with a welcome speech by the National program coordinator, followed by the Executive director of the lead organization welcoming remarks and a keynote speech from the ambassador of the kingdom of Netherlands, H.E Henk Jan Bakker. The primary objective of the

Participants from ten countries prioritized and strategized lobby and Advocacy issues to promote Community Philanthropy.

These parent dialogue sessions were provided using “Begebeta Zuriya “ manual which consist of eight session focused in improving child-parent communication regarding health and social issues of adolescent and young people which they might face in their daily lives . upon the completion of this sessions, the school facilitated a reflection session for parents to

Mobilizing support training strength the capacity of Community of practice to effectively hold power-holders accountable and influence policies and practices that affect their constituencies.

Within the two days program job fair, peace dialogue, trade fair, talent show, service delivery points visit, cultural show and concert was held. DEC Executive Director, USAID Ethiopian Mission Director, kefeta Chief of Party (CoP), Bahir Dar city Mayor, Bahir Dar city higher officials, successful role models (Business person), more than 2000 youths from Bahir

DEC, through the Giving for Change (GfC) project, successfully delivered a Mobilizing Support training for Civil Society Actors of the Dambel Community of Practice in Batu town from March 20 to 22, 2023. The three-day training will surely alleviate the lobby & advocacy skills of the participants and expedite the process of putting possible solutions

During course of the session the trainees equipped with skills and knowledges that will help them for their policy dialogue efforts at town/district, regional, and national level. Moreover, the insights gained from the training expected to enable them to map and solicit stakeholders to mobilize their support including corporates, business enterprises, individual donors and other

Development Expertise Center (DEC) with the Support of UNICEF team had provided a capacity building training for front line community social workers and facilitators on Violence Against Children, Child Marriage and Female Genital Mutilation on March 22, 2023 GC. The training eases the protection work that involves advocacy work and awareness creation activities in the