NEWS & IMPACT STORIES
Meskerem 16 Pre-Primary School – Construction Update
Construction at Meskerem 16 Pre-Primary School is advancing quickly, with classrooms and an accessible latrine nearing completion. Final works will soon prepare the site to welcome students into a safe, inclusive learning environment.
From Secrecy to Confidence: The End of the Yellow Card
At Addis Amba Primary School, girls once relied on a discreet yellow card system to manage menstruation. Today, that silence has been replaced by confidence. Through the PiEE SPLASH WISE project, stigma has faded, a Menstrual Hygiene Management room has been introduced, and girls now speak up for their needs, ensuring dignity, inclusion, and uninterrupted learning.
A New Start for Mothers and Newborns
“I used to throw it away. Now I know better.”
After attending the Mom to Mom Mothers training, Netsuh Bantigen from Awi Zone learned just how vital prenatal and postnatal care truly are, from choosing skilled delivery to feeding colostrum, the first and most powerful nourishment for newborns.
Now, she’s not only changing her own approach to motherhood, she’s committed to sharing what she’s learned with other women in her community.
Steady Progress at Jema Negus Primary School
Construction at Jema Negus Primary School is moving forward with strong momentum. The new Kindergarten block is rising, and major works on other buildings are already complete. With all materials on site, we are one step closer to opening quality learning spaces for more students
From Silence to Possibility: Amogne’s First Steps in a Classroom
Thanks to the Special Needs Unit at Dr. Getnet Tadele Primary School, Amogne now learns, connects, and thrives in an inclusive classroom. A journey made possible by a sister’s love and a school that welcomes every learner.
Nearing Completion at Bruh Tesfa Pre Primary School
On June 25, our team visited the Bruh Tesfa Pre Primary School construction site in Debre Birhan and observed steady progress. With nearly ninety percent of the work complete, the space is almost ready to welcome young learners into a safe and inspiring learning environment.
Breaking myths, changing lives
"I feel fresh and happy.”
Mastewal, a mother of two from Deberework, is breaking harmful hygiene myths thanks to the Mom-to-Mom program. With support from the Peter Gilgan Foundation and Operation Eyesight, women like her are embracing healthier practices one conversation at a time.
Building Tomorrow Together
At Gudo Beret, students and community members took the lead in preparing the grounds for a new high school. They dug, planted, and carried stones with remarkable dedication. Their actions reflected a shared commitment to education and a collective belief in a brighter future.
Hayat’s Story: A Clearer Path to Learning
Hayat Yenus, an 11-year-old student from Bahir Dar, struggled with vision problems that caused her to repeat first grade twice, as her family couldn’t afford follow-up care after early surgery. Thanks to a school screening by Partners in Education Ethiopia and Operation Eyesight, she received eyeglasses that restored her vision—renewing both her hope and her family’s.