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Women’s Health Association of Ethiopia (WHAE) is a national association, committed to educating and improving the lives of women.

Women’s Health Association of Ethiopia (WHAE) is a legally registered Ethiopian resident charity committed to educating and improving the lives of women in Ethiopia. WHAE is a sister organisation of the Norwegian Women Public Health Association (NKS). WHAE is a national association with local branches which comprise groups of 50 volunteer and committed women. Now WHAE has seven(7) local units in Amhara, Tigray, Addis Ababa, Oromiya, Southern regions, Dire dawa & Harar. Major activities by WHAE are;

Formation of women groups (local units) in all over Ethiopia
Training of women in local units on hygiene, health, nutrition, right and entrepreneurship
Providing seed money for the women in the local units
Organising national women health conferences
Sponsoring health education on different media

WHAE gets donation from FOKUS, and through local units partnership from sister local units of NKS in Norway. Membership in WHAE is open to all Ethiopian women on the condition of payment of the annual membership fee set by the National Assembly. WHAE with NKS intends;

To enable and encourage women to contribute towards their health and the health of their society;
To increase the capacity of women to exert their participation in the economic and social life of the society;
To alleviate problems that put women into poor standard of life and social health problems;
To encourage voluntary participation of women in the society by allotting their money, knowledge and their time to alleviate the health challenges of women.

18/03/2026

08/03/2026

The Annual General Meeting of Women's Health Association of Ethiopia (WHAE) was held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at the Ras Amba Hotel. The meeting was attended by members, Board members, invited guests, and head office and regional staff.

The agenda were: opening remarks by the Director of WHAE, Fikirte Argaw, Board report by the Chair of the Board, Dagmawit Shiferaw, the 2025 Activity report by Project Coordinator Mulugeta Ketema, Financial Audit report by the external auditor Endawok Asmare, plan 2026 by Assistant Program Coordinator Sergut Aemero and closing remarks by Fikirte Argaw.

Discussions and feedback took place after the 2025 activity report and plan 2026 presentations were made and the activity report, the financial audit report and plan 2026 were unanimously approved by members.

Four heartfelt testimonials were shared by local unit members (program participants) from Chancho, Debre Berhan, Hagere Selam and Wolkite, highlighting the benefits they received from WHAE's health education, health insurance and economic empowerment programs. The women expressed their deep gratitude and thanked the organization profusely.

As we celebrate International Women's Day, we would like to thank our women (program participants) who are working hard to improve their lives and inspire others. Today, we celebrate their strength and achievements along with the contributions of women around the world.

WHAE

04/02/2026

🌍 World Cancer Day | February 4

Today, on World Cancer Day, the Women’s Health Association of Ethiopia (WHAE) highlights the impact of the cervical and breast cancer awareness campaigns we have conducted across communities.

Through awareness sessions, community outreach, and advocacy activities, WHAE has worked to educate women on prevention, early detection, and the importance of timely screening.

We remain committed to continuing our efforts to protect women’s health and save lives.
Early detection saves lives.

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24/12/2025

By entertaining and engaging community campaigns, we raise awareness about cervical cancer in different regions.

23/12/2025

Congratulations to our Regional Local Units on their graduation!
Together, we move forward to empower women and strengthen communities.

23/12/2025

Health Campaign at Debre Birhan.

22/12/2025

Teff Harvest in Chanco! 🌾
New and existing local units harvesting teff 🌾Hardworking farmers of Chanco are reaping the fruits of their labor.

11/12/2025

On December 6, 2025, WHAE proudly organized a Cervical Cancer Conference at Sapphie Addis Hotel, Addis Ababa.
The event brought together health professionals and advocates to raise awareness and strengthen the fight against cervical cancer.
We were honored to have insightful discussions led by Dr. Honelgn Nahusenay, Dr. Frehiwot Getachew, and Takelech Moges from the Ministry of Health.
Together, we are building a future where women’s health is prioritized and protected. 💙
👉 Join us in continuing the conversation and spreading awareness.

01/12/2025

🌍 World AIDS Day: Together for a Better Tomorrow 🌍

Today, on World AIDS Day, we stand united in the fight against HIV/AIDS. As part of WHAE's ongoing commitment to prevention and awareness, we recognize the importance of education, support, and empowerment within our community, especially for women.

💡 Did You Know?

Over 38 million people are living with HIV globally, yet many remain unaware of their status.
Early detection and education can prevent the spread of the virus, empower those affected, and reduce stigma.
At WHAE, we believe that knowledge is power. Our prevention and awareness campaigns focus on:

Providing essential resources and information about HIV/AIDS.
Supporting women’s health and wellbeing through workshops and community outreach.
Advocating for testing and treatment accessibility for all.
Join us in spreading awareness and breaking the silence surrounding HIV/AIDS. Together, we can create a healthier future for everyone.

🧡 Let’s honor those affected and work towards an AIDS-free generation. Share this message and help raise awareness today!

25/11/2025

💜 November 25: International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 💜

Today, we raise our voices against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). At WHAE, we educate women about their rights and engage men in conflict resolution and respect for women's rights through our Male Engagement Program.

Join us in our mission to create a safer, more equitable world for everyone!

23/11/2025

LIFE-SAVING MINUTES! Learn the simple steps for a monthly self-breast exam in this video. Early detection starts with you. Know your body, know your health.

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Addis Ababa
33426,ADDISABABA,

Website

http://www.womenhealthethiopia.org/

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