Our Programs

Since 2020, HDO has been committed to creating a brighter future for women and children in Somali, Ethiopia. Through targeted programs, we address critical needs in education, health, economic empowerment, and protection. Our initiatives are designed to inspire long-lasting change, building resilience and hope within communities.

1. Women’s Empowerment Initiatives

We believe that empowering women is the key to transforming communities. Our programs focus on equipping women with the skills, resources, and support they need to thrive.

  • Vocational Training and Livelihood Support:
    Providing skills training in tailoring, farming, handicrafts, and business management, coupled with micro-loans to help women establish sustainable livelihoods.
  • Leadership Development:
    Workshops and mentorship programs that encourage women to become leaders in their families and communities.
  • Gender Equality Advocacy:
    Campaigns and educational sessions to challenge harmful gender norms and promote women’s rights.

2. Education for All

Education is a right, not a privilege. Our initiatives aim to break down barriers and ensure children, especially girls, have access to quality education.

  • Mobile Classrooms:
    Reaching children in remote areas with mobile education units, bringing learning directly to underserved communities.
  • Girl-Child Education Program:
    Scholarships, mentorships, and advocacy campaigns to keep girls in school and reduce dropout rates.
  • Early Childhood Development (ECD):
    Establishing safe spaces for preschool-aged children to learn and grow through play and structured learning.

3. Health and Nutrition Programs

A healthy community begins with access to basic health services and proper nutrition. We prioritize the well-being of women and children through comprehensive healthcare initiatives.

  • Maternal and Child Health Services:
    Providing prenatal and postnatal care, immunizations, and training on nutrition and hygiene.
  • Community Health Education:
    Workshops on family planning, disease prevention, and child nutrition to promote healthier families.
  • Feeding Programs:
    Delivering nutritious meals to malnourished children and pregnant women to combat food insecurity.

4. Child Protection and Welfare

Every child deserves safety, love, and a chance to succeed. Our child protection programs aim to shield vulnerable children from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

  • Child Rights Awareness:
    Educating communities about the importance of protecting children and ensuring their rights.
  • Safe Spaces for Children:
    Creating child-friendly centers where children can access counseling, education, and recreational activities.
  • Support for Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC):
    Providing essential resources, mentorship, and foster care support for children without parental care.

5. Emergency Response and Resilience

The Somali region faces frequent challenges such as drought, conflict, and displacement. We provide life-saving assistance and long-term support to help communities recover and rebuild.

  • Humanitarian Aid Distribution:
    Supplying food, clean water, and essential items to families affected by crises.
  • Psycho-Social Support Services:
    Counseling and emotional support for women and children affected by trauma.
  • Community Resilience Training:
    Workshops on disaster preparedness and resource management to build stronger, more self-reliant communities.

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Every program brings hope and transformation to lives in the Somali region. Meet the women who’ve started businesses, the children who’ve returned to school, and the families who’ve regained health and dignity through our programs.

Join us in empowering women and children in Somali, Ethiopia. Support our programs today and help us continue creating lasting change.

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  • +251-915-21-19-57
    +251-933-44-66-66
  • horyaaldevelopmento@gmail.com
  • Jijiga, Somali, Ethiopia.

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