Netsa, a 28‑year‑old woman from Oromiya, Ethiopia, grew up in a family of four siblings. Her childhood was marked by hardship: when she was just ten, her parents separated, and she was taken to Addis Ababa by her aunt under the promise of receiving an education. Instead, she was burdened…
The cycle of prostitution is a deeply complex crisis fueled by systemic poverty, inequality, and gender-based violence. For women trapped in the industry, the path to a different life is often obstructed by a history of trauma, neglect, and a lack of the support systems necessary to survive outside of…
On Wednesday 13th May, 9 of the 11 CRED partners gathered at central location in Nairobi to travel together to the Links Africa Hub in Embu district in the foothills of Mount Kenya for 3 days of fellowship, learning, building relationships, deepening friendships and journeying together. Those who were there…
(all identifying details have been altered to protect identity. Written by a member of Ellilta staff). A Young Heart Misled Jenny, a 41-year-old woman from Addis Ababa, was born to a soldier father and a gardener mother. As an 8th grader, she fell in love with a man who pursued…
(all identifying details have been changed; written by a member of Ellilta staff) Humble Beginnings in Bahir Dar Emmy was born outside the bustling city of Bahir Dar, Ethiopia. As a young girl, she moved to Bahir Dar to live with her relatives, seeking stability and opportunities that her birthplace…
Meet Pera: A Young Woman with a Difficult Start Pera is a 27-year-old woman from Ambo, Ethiopia. She was born into a large family with two brothers and four sisters. Her parents were small-scale farmers, and life was very hard for the family. They struggled to meet basic needs, and…
Early Life and Family Background Kera is a 25-year-old woman from Dessie. She was raised in a stable and supportive family environment, with four brothers and two sisters. She completed grade 8 in school and is an Orthodox Christian. Kera was raised by her family in a supportive environment. Her…
written by Ellilta staff Early Life in Hosanna Sgana was born and raised in a town called Hosanna. She is now 28 years old. When she was nine, her older sister brought her to Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia. Her sister helped take care of her and even…
written by Ellilta staff, names changed to protect identity Bayi was born in Bahirdar in 1999 G.C. She is the youngest among her siblings, which include three brothers and one sister. The family struggles with very limited farmland, making their daily life quite challenging. Due to financial constraints, her father…
