Research has been the core component of EWLA’s program activities since its establishment. The research findings serve as advocacy materials in order to bring about policy and practice changes. The repeal of discriminatory laws and introduction of new laws provide better protection for women and their rights.
Research and Advocacy
In order to strive for the attainment of Ethiopian women’s rights in areas where there is gender discrimination or gender gap, EWLA undertakes research projects that are often used as a basis for advocacy, legal reform and related programs. This greatly helps to identify root causes of gender discrimination which in turn can dictate prevention efforts.
Experience of EWLA in Conducting Researches: The public awareness programs conducted by EWLA will produce a society less tolerant of any gender-based violence perpetrated against women. Another important area of activity for EWLA is its research and law reform advocacy. In order to strive for the attainment of Ethiopian women’s rights in areas where there is gender discrimination or gender gap, EWLA undertakes research projects that are often used as a basis for advocacy, legal reform and related programs. Ensuring the sustainability of a project helps to realize the goals set out initially. EWLA has sufficient expertise, knowledge and success story in advocacy and campaigning work aimed at securing reform of discriminatory laws like the revised family law and the criminal law which directly as well as indirectly perpetuated violation of women’s rights. Also, the successive publications and awareness creation works have gained acceptance of the general public that greatly facilitated the implementation of these laws.
