U.S collaborates with Ethiopia to strengthen gender-based violence prevention and response

The U.S. Government through its Agency for International Development (USAID) convened a diverse group of stakeholders today for a Learning and Action Forum on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention. The event, held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, brought together government officials, civil society organizations, NGOs, and other development partners to share lessons learned and strategize on collaborative actions to address GBV in Ethiopia. The forum was held on the final day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, and represents a commitment by the Government of the United States to address GBV in Ethiopia.

USAID convened a broad group of stakeholders in recognition of the terrible toll that GBV takes on Ethiopia.