Umbrella's Community Reach-out

Over the course of five days, Umbrella for the Needy, in partnership with the East Africa Feminist Peace Network, led a campaign dedicated to building peace in Tigray. Each day highlighted a different pillar of community resilience, reminding us that peace is not distant — it begins in everyday actions. Day 1: Building Trust and Everyday Peace We introduced peacebuilding as a shared journey, encouraging dialogue circles, youth clubs, and small acts of care that strengthen tru

For 15 days, Umbrella for the Needy, in partnership with the East Africa Feminist Peace Network, carried out a powerful media campaign amplifying the lived experiences of internally displaced women and children. Through videos, graphics, and audio stories, we centered voices often silenced, turning testimony into advocacy and compassion into action. Stories We Shared * Lived experiences of IDPs navigating displacement and resilience * Survivors of GBV, breaking stigma and rec

When women come together, transformation happens. This week, Umbrella for the Needy, in partnership with the East Africa Feminist Peace Network, convened a powerful one‑day workshop under the theme “Feminist Unity in Action: Access, Care, Digital Engagement.” We were honored to have our sister organization, the Yikono Movement, join us. As a women‑led initiative committed to ending gender‑based violence and advancing safety, dignity, and justice for women and girls, their par

The fourth session of our one‑day workshop series marked an important milestone in our journey toward inclusive peace. Organized by Umbrella for the Needy in partnership with the East Africa Feminist Peace Network, this training centered on the global Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda. With 24 participants, including staff, volunteers, women‑led organizations, and religious leaders, the workshop explored why women’s voices matter in peacebuilding and their vital roles in

Peace begins with dialogue. Our third session in the one‑day workshop series focused on Peace Building and Conflict Resolution, organized by Umbrella for the Needy in partnership with the East Africa Feminist Peace Network. This impactful gathering brought together 17 participants — staff, volunteers, women‑led organizations, and religious leaders — united in their commitment to fostering peace and collaboration across diverse communities. Key Highlights * In‑depth discussion

At Umbrella for the Needy, our commitment to care and resilience extends beyond physical communities into the digital world. In partnership with the East Africa Feminist Peace Network, we hosted the second session of our training series: Countering Online Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Gender Disinformation. This one‑day workshop brought together 17 participants — staff, volunteers, women‑led organizations, and religious leaders — united in their dedication to creating safer

At Umbrella for the Needy, we believe that true resilience begins with care — care for ourselves, care for one another, and care for the communities we serve. In partnership with the East Africa Feminist Peace Network, we recently hosted a one‑day training designed to strengthen both personal and communal well‑being. This gathering brought together 17 participants, including women‑led groups, staff, volunteers, and religious leaders. Each participant came with a shared commit