Unstable situation in the Tigray region

The situation in the Tigray region remains very unstable (in addition to all the Covid-related problems). The SOS office in Adwa was looted and the staff evacuated. Families in this region who have been supported by the family strengthening program of recent years have again lost everything.

This program, which had been successful until the latest events, was built on solid foundations and should have been handed over to local partners by the end of 2021. This target is now on hold. So as not to leave the most vulnerable alone and destitute, the program has been changed to emergency aid (food and hygiene equipment, as well as all basic necessities), with part of the resources diverted to survival.

The closure of schools also interrupted education and vocational training programs. As a result, many activities have been suspended, including parent training and the encouragement of girls (workshops, girls’ clubs, etc.).

To lessen the impact of the partial suspension of the education and training program, a system of distance learning via solar radio has been set up, ensuring that children left at home are not left out in the cold.