New Life Teen Challenge Development & Relief program

🌿Project Launch & Partnership Announcement 🌿
We are excited to introduce our new initiative:
“Empowering Young Women as Agents of Peace and Security in Boset Woreda” ✨
This project aims to contribute to sustainable peace and security in Boset Woreda by empowering young women (ages 18–30) to become leaders and active participants in conflict prevention, resolution, and peacebuilding processes. 🕊️
🤝 We are also pleased to share that New Life Teen Challenge Development and Relief Program has officially signed a partnership agreement with the Advocacy Center for Democracy and Development (ACDD) on March 12. This collaboration strengthens our commitment to delivering impactful and sustainable change in our communities.
👩‍🦰 Who will benefit?
• Young women trained in WPS, NAP, mediation, and negotiation.
• Women’s peace network members.
• Government officials and community leaders engaged in dialogue.
• Families and wider community members reached through awareness activities.
📍 Project Location:
Oromia Region, East Shewa Zone – Boset Woreda
(Target kebeles will be selected based on vulnerability, especially along the Oromia–Amhara border)
📅 Project Duration:
March 25, 2026 – September 25, 2026
🤝 Together, we are building stronger communities by empowering women as key actors in peace and security.

🌸 Empowering Women and Girls with Disabilities in Ethiopia 🌸
📍 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 12 February 2026
We are proud to announce a transformative new one-year initiative led by the New Life Teen Challenges Development and Relief Program (NLTCDRP) in partnership with the Embassy of Finland in Ethiopia.
This powerful collaboration aims to strengthen Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) for women and girls with disabilities at:
🎓 Addis Ababa University
🎓 Debre Birhan University
✨ A Vision for Change
With over 20 years of dedicated service, NLTCDRP has championed the rights, dignity, and full participation of marginalized communities — especially women and girls with disabilities.
Our vision is simple yet powerful:
💜 A future where every woman and girl can realize her full potential — free from discrimination, stigma, and barriers.
🎯 What This Initiative Will Achieve
This project directly addresses the unique challenges faced by female students with disabilities in accessing SRHR services in higher education institutions.
🔹 1. Increase Knowledge
Empower 250 female students with disabilities with comprehensive SRHR awareness by the end of the project.
🔹 2. Improve Accessibility
Ensure disability-inclusive and youth-friendly SRH services are available both on campus and nearby.
🔹 3. Build Institutional Capacity
Strengthen university policies and accountability systems to protect and promote SRHR rights.
🔹 4. Reduce Stigma
Promote advocacy and awareness campaigns to challenge discrimination and harmful norms.
🌍 Key Activities
✅ Inclusive Awareness Campaigns
Accessible outreach through sign language, Braille, and radio broadcasts.
✅ Peer Support Clubs
Safe spaces for connection, shared experiences, and collective advocacy.
✅ Training for Health Workers
Capacity building for campus staff and healthcare providers on disability inclusion and rights-based SRH services.
✅ Policy Advocacy
Collaboration with university leadership to adopt comprehensive, inclusive SRHR policies.
♀️ Advancing Gender Equality
Women’s empowerment is not only a human right — it is the foundation for peaceful, resilient, and sustainable communities.
This initiative amplifies the voices of women and girls with disabilities and ensures they are not left behind.
🌱 Sustainable Impact
With a budget of €35,000, this initiative integrates human rights principles with sustainability, equipping young women to become leaders and agents of change — including in broader environmental health challenges.
✨ Together, we are building inclusive universities.
✨ Together, we are strengthening rights and dignity.
✨ Together, we are shaping a future where every woman and girl thrives.

New Life is thrilled to host a team from Embassy of finland in Addis Ababa, Mrs. Meseret Mengistu on January 21, 2026, to share fruitful organizational experience and discuss on future collaborative opportunities. The Embassy has visited our organization to conduct a capacity assessment to the promised grant to initiate a project entitled: "Empower women and girls with disabilities to access sexual and reproductive health right(SRHR) in two selected universities, Addis Ababa and Debrebirhan Universities." We truly grateful for the opportunity provided by the Embassy of finland in Addis Ababa. We are looking forward to work together in the future endeavours.

On July 22, New Life Teen Challenge Development and Relief Program (NLTCDRP) had the distinct pleasure of meeting with the dedicated team from LM International Ethiopia 🙌 Our session centered around a comprehensive review of the one-year project generously funded by LM Ethiopia, which focuses on empowering survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) residing in Debre Birhan IDP centers.
The meeting proved to be an enlightening opportunity to delve into the project's journey, highlighting its successful outcomes and the positive impact it has had on the lives of GBV survivors💭 We also engaged in open and honest discussions about the challenges encountered during implementation, allowing us to identify key learnings and areas for improvement💫 Looking ahead, we explored future prospects for expanding and enhancing our support for this vulnerable population.
We're so proud of the work that has been done and immensely grateful for the strategic partnership with LM International 💜 This meeting laid a strong foundation for future collaboration between New Life and LM Ethiopia. We are eager to leverage our combined expertise and resources to further serve the Ethiopian community and contribute to creating a safer and more equitable society for all. We extend our sincere gratitude to LM Ethiopia for their commitment to this vital cause and look forward to a continued partnership built on shared values and a common vision.
The dedication and passion of the LM Ethiopia team are truly remarkable, and we're honored to be working alongside them. Thank you, LM International Ethiopia, for your support and dedication. We're excited to see what we can accomplish together! 🤝

✨We had a productive and enlightening meeting with CRVPF Executive Director Mr. Fasil W/ Marriam to discuss the CRVPF-funded project focused on adolescent girls. We had the pleasure of discussing the project that's making a notable difference in the lives of adolescent girls and teen mothers!💫 CRVPF's generous donation is making a huge difference in the lives of adolescent girls by establishing safe spaces in schools and community.
Our discussion centered on the amazing success we've seen with the establishment of safe spaces for in-school adolescent girls and teen mothers in Kirkos Sub-city, Addis Ababa. These spaces are safe where young women can learn, grow, and connect with others, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment🤍
During the meeting, we explored opportunities to expand these vital safe spaces to reach a wider segment of the Ethiopian community, ensuring comprehensive support is available to more adolescent girls and teen mothers. We are genuinely enthusiastic about the potential impact of this collaborative effort and remain committed to working alongside CRVPF to achieve our shared goals🤝

New Life is excited to introduce you to an inspiring woman leader of New Life who's making a HUGE difference - Mrs. Helen Tilahun. Mrs. Helen’s dedication and leadership are truly a beacon of hope and a powerful example for women everywhere. Her story is an inspiration in perseverance, compassion, and the incredible power of resilience in tremendous life challenges.
She's faced incredible challenges head-on and her unwavering resilience has not only kept her going but has allowed her to profoundly impact the lives of vulnerable populations in Ethiopia.
New Life is honored to share more about her amazing work and the positive changes she’s driving. Click the link below to comprehend her story in an exclusive interview with AWiB.

Vision Unlimited: Helen Tilahun’s Story - AWiB Ethiopia

Vision Unlimited: Helen Tilahun’s Story - AWiB Ethiopia Helen grew up in the village of Haromaya in eastern Ethiopia, the fourth child among five siblings. While the community of the area is known for its laid-back lifestyle, her mother was a firm believer in the power of education and ran a strict household, ensuring that the education of her children w...

LMInternational Ethiopia had a partnership visit with New Life Teen Challenge Development and Relief Program to identify area of working to work together as partners at New Life Office.

Network and Partnership conference held at Nairobi, Kenya organized by LM International with the presence of 4O LM International partners including LM International Ethiopian partners.

Network and Partnership conference held at Nairobi, Kenya organized by LM International with the presence of 4O LM International partners including LM International Ethiopian partners.

Golden Star Cluster had conducted inception meeting with government and community stakeholders about safe space. The meeting aimed at ensuring space that is safe for Adolescent Girls.



March 12, 2024

Sharing food items( Flour, Macaroni and Oil) to 25 economically disadvantaged mothers that live in Kirkos Sub-city Woreda 02 along with the coordination of Kirkos Sub-city Women and Children Social Affairs.



March 01, 2024

Golden Star Cluster had conducted community entry meeting jointly with government and community stakeholders. The entry meeting aimed at introducing the project to stakeholders.



February 28, 2024