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    A Qualitative Case Study: The Roles of Religious Organizations on Women’s Economic Empowerment Access to Community Financial Resources; The Case of Genete Eyesus Child and Families Development Program, Addis Ababa
    (Addis Ababa University, 2023-11-14) Mengistu Meles; Abebe Assefa (PhD)
    The objective of this study was to examine the roles of religious organizations in women's economic empowerment to access community financial resources. The study used a qualitative case study by Applying a descriptive method with the aim of gathering relevant information from informants’ perspectives regarding the organization program that helped women access community financial resources. A total sample of 22 participants were selected for KIIs, FGD, and individual home case study purposes using a purposive sampling technique in choosing of informants based on their long duration and experiences in the organization. Data was collected using both primary and secondary sources. The primary sources of data were gathered from the organization staff, organization participants including the members of saving groups, and selected individual women from vocational training. The primary data was gathered using the key informant, FGD, individual household case study guide, and observation checklists. Written English with an Amharic-translated interview guide and mobile device record tools were used to get detailed first-hand information from the study participants to know how the organization works with women to access community financial resources for women and establish women-led small-scale businesses. For secondary data collection, different literature including articles, journals, research findings, organization service manuals, annual reports and plans monitoring, and evaluation checklists were reviewed to support the study findings. Data were transcribed and translated using the hematic analysis technique and coding system based on data similarities and differences the finding of this study revealed that women’s participation in the organization program enabled them to improve their business management skills including saving culture, business planning, and book record keeping.
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    Achievements and Challenges of Cluster Level Associa tions (CLAs) in Addis Ababa : The case of CLAs in ' Addis Ketema' sub city
    (Addis Ababa University, 2015-11) Behailu, Bemnet; Kassaye, Demelash (PhD)
    This study aims to analyze the achievements and challenges of Cluster Level Associations (CLAs) in Addis Ababa, specifically in'Addis Ketema' subcity. Self-help group approach (SHG) has appeared as popular method of working in recent years, this approach is a three tier people's institution: SHG, CLA and Federation. One SHG constitutes between 15-20 poor and socially marginalized women, CLA is a network of8-10 strong SHGs and Federation is a town/local level people's apex institution that represents the entire community. By the time this study is conducted the largest numbers of CLAs are located in Addis Ababa. Out of the hundred CLAs in Addis Ababa, more than 50 CLAs are located in Addis Ketem sub City. Hence, considering the large number of CLAs in Addis Ketema Sub city, five CLAs to be assessed from this sub city by employing purposive and random sampling technique. Accordingly, data was collected from ten leaders of CLAs and five program staffs of SHG promoting organizations by employing interview instrument, and FGD was conducted with twelve CLA members. Moreover, data was also gathered through observation and document review. As the finding of the study proves, CLAs are involved in strengthening and forming SHGs, planning and implementing need based projects, taking up different social issues in their communities and taking up administrative roles. While performing these roles, the CLAs are facing challenges which are hindering their performance; one of the basic challenges is connected to legal identity that is; the CLAs being informal institutions without legal identity. Furthermore, the study also identifies opportunities to strengthen the functioning of CLAs. And Social work implication and recommendation were made based on the findings. Keywords: Cluster Level Associations, Self Help Group
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    Activities Performed by Volunteers: The Case of Mekedonia Humanitarian Association
    (Addis Ababa University, 2017-06) Kassaye, Ashenafi; Hagos, Ashenafi (PhD)
    Volunteers are defined as those who help others with no expectation of monetary rewards and volunteerism as a type of activity that is intended to improve the wellbeing of others. However, Activities Performed by Volunteers is not well studied dimension in the Ethiopian context in general and in the study area in particular. Consequently, the major purpose of this study was to investigate activities performed by volunteers of Mekedonia Humanitarian Association. The study used qualitative method with case study approach. Purposive sampling technique was used to select samples. Data were gathered through interview, observation and document review. The collected data were organized and analyzed through qualitative research approach. Findings of this study revealed that, there are many motivational factors that make individuals to volunteer in social services. Among these, the main are to get mental satisfaction, to get God‟s blessing, to help succeed the organization its objectives, serve the community and getting opportunity to develop skills. The study found out that volunteers perform various activities ranging from simple tasks to more professional duties. Promoting the organization mission and values is among the activities volunteers perform. Concerning challenges of volunteering, lack of awareness about giving volunteer services, inadequate office facility and time constraints were found to be major challenges. This study forwarded implications for service, policy, research and education. As part of social work implication, what volunteers do in the association is related with social work roles that can be linked with “Reflexive therapeutic” approach which focuses on promoting and facilitating personal growth
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    Adolescence and Alcohol Use : Causes and Social Forces Sustaining Drinking Among High School Students in Addis Ababa
    (Addis Ababa University, 2015-06) Maru, Mingizem; Mulugeta, Fekdau (PhD)
    There are stages in human development including adolescence, which is a social construct. At this stage proper follow up and nurturing would be essential for a smooth transition to the next stages of life. Nonetheless, it is also part of the process to pass through some challenging experiences and experiments of life; alcohol abuse being amongst the most eminent concern during their adolescence. This research mainly aims at identifying causes and forces sustaining alcohol abuse among adolescents in high schools of Addis Ababa and the various sources of information on alcohol along the issues triggering decision on the start of drinking alcohol. A mix of four data collection methods, namely in depth interviews, Focus Group Discussions, structured interview and hidden observation, were used to get all pertinent data. 10 adolescents took part in the in depth interview and 32 others in the structured intenliew. A total of7 students from three different schools participated in the FGDs. The major findings of the research unveiled that adolescents in high schools abuse alcohol because of various social, economic, and cultural reasons encouraging consumption including peer pressure in the form fear of isolation, school parties/trips and school surrounding kiosks making them one of the four drinkers; problem drinkers, social drinkers, fashion drinkers or aspiring drinker. Therefore, it is of paramount importance to plan interventions to on people and environment around adolescents to protect them }i-om slithering down to harder psychosocial pathologies even better pull them out in the long run. Key words: Alcohol abuse; Adolescent; high school students; soc ial factors
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    Adolescent and Youth-Parent Communication on Sexual and Reproductive Health Issues: The Case of Future Hopes Integrated Development organization, Arada Sub-City of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    (Addis Ababa University, 2024-06-01) Tewedaj Abayneh; Zena Berhanu (PhD)
    Adolescents and young people in Ethiopia are increasingly experiencing issues related to their sexual and reproductive health. This could be linked to poor communication and early sexual initiation. A delay in sexual activity has been favorably correlated with effective family communication on sexual risk behavior. Various aspects impact the communication between parents and adolescents and youth on SRH in different ways. The study aims to analyze the communication between adolescents and youth and parents on sexual and reproductive health issues focusing on a case of FHIDO, Arada Sub-city, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. To attain this, a cross-sectional mixed descriptive study was conducted involving 347 randomly selected students from the FHIDO’s sponsorship youth development program. A pre-tested, structured anonymous questionnaire was used to collect quantitative data, which was entered, cleaned, and analyzed using the SPSS version 23 statistical package. Qualitative data were also obtained from through FGD and KII interviews with adolescents’ fathers and Woreda health professionals. The bivariate, multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to assess the contribution of determinants. Results indicated that one hundred eighty-nine (54.5%) of the students discussed with either of their parents at least on two topics of SRH. However, rather than talking to their parents about the SRH issue, the majority of respondents said that they would rather talk to their classmates or friends. It was also demonstrated that having a literate mother reduced the likelihood of believing in importance of parents and adolescents and youth on SRH issues by 72% [AOR = 0.28; 95%CI (0.13,0.61)]. Adolescents and youth knowing STIs increase the odds by threefold [AOR = 3.73; 95% CI (1.48, 9.43)] compared to other SRH issues. The most reported factors that affect communication between parents and adolescents on SRH issues are shamefulness, parents’ lack of knowledge, and not being good listeners and this factors also reveiled in the FGD discussants. As the study confirmed, there is a lack of communication on various SRH issues between parents and adolescents, with several causes given for this lack of communication. Thus, to facilitate effective communication on SRH issues, it is advised that sexual and reproductive health education should commence for adolescents and parents and kids in schools, homes, religious institutions, and health facilities based on the study's findings. To determine what influences, how well, and when parent-adolescent communication on sexuality occurs, further research needs to be done. Key words: Adolesents, youth, reproductive health, parent- adolescent/youth communication
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    Adolescent Social Networks & Sexual Practices
    (Addis Ababa University, 2009-12) Kebede, Wassie; Tasse, Abye (Associate Professor)
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    Aging in Rural Ethiopia: the Lived Experiences of Older People in Agrarian Community with Particular Reference to Sedika Kersa Community, Arsi, Oromia
    (Addis Ababa University, 2017-05) Zelalem, Abraham; Gebremariam, Messay (PhD)
    The literature recognizes that gerentological enquiries are generally scarce in Africa. Despite the overall dearth of gerentological studies in Ethiopia, most of studies conducted on issues of older people hitherto excluded rural older people. Nevertheless, many of rural older people are totally excluded from public pension. Besides, rural older people have suffered a plethora of plights. The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore, describe, and interpret experiences of ageing of older people in agrarian community. Hermeneutic phenomenology was used to look into the experience of 10 older people (6 male and 4 female) aged 70 and more years recruited purposively. In-depth interview and observation were used in order to collect data from the participants. The data were analyzed through phenomenological data explication guideline adopted from different authors. The findings of the study indicate that the participants of the study do not attach positive meanings to their ageing body. Though they do not nullify their children’s filial responsibility and intergenerational solidarity, they are displeased with them. Thus, they have developed sense of devaluation or sense of loss of worth. As a result, they are pessimistic about their future care when they totally lose their personal agency. Apart from decreased engagement, the participants have different socio-economic participations .The participants have suffered from different challenges .The findings of the study can sensitize policy makers and other concerned bodies to the needs of older people. Additionally, the study can be an input for future further studies on the issue. The implication of the study is that there is a need to enhance gerentological enquiries in the countryside and a wholehearted collaboration among various stakeholders to mitigate multifaceted challenges and meet needs of rural older people. Key words: aging, filial responsibility, intergenerational solidarity, engagement
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    An Assessment of the Prospects and Challenges of Entoto Park Project for the Entoto Community
    (Addis Ababa University, 2024-04-01) Kibrom Shushay; Wassie Kebede (PhD)
    The major purpose of this study was to assess the prospects and challenges of EntotoPark for the Entoto community. This study utilized qualitative method. The study was conducted in northern part of the capital city Addis Ababa, the area found under the Addis Ababa City Administration and partly it is bordered with Oromia region. In this study, the researcher used purposive sampling technique to select participants based on their experiences knowledge of the issues being undertaken in the study. The study covered one kebele from the whole community, as stated above that the sample was selected purposefully to reach out the exact targeted population to be studied. The researcher of this study used the suitable method of data analysis techniques for case study. The result of the study has suggested that the local community's economic relationship with EntotoPark is still unclear. Stronger financial linkages exist between the Park and large chain restaurants, housing facilities, resorts, and entertainment service providers than there are with the local population. Additionally, EntotoPark has created job opportunities for residents in various fields of work. The Entoto community is facing challenges with the management of the Park due to a lack of strong management, indifference from government leaders, and inappropriate responses from officials. The community claims that the leaders managing the Park are corrupt and do not address their questions. The Park is highly recommended to strengthen the current economic integration endeavors with the local community to ensure the peaceful cooperation of the local communities’ surroundings the Park as well as to ensure the parks sustainability for the generations to come. Key Words: Entoto, Livelihood, Local Community
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    An Assessment of the Quality and Adequacy and Challenges of Providing Basic Service to Internally Displaced Persons, In IDPs Campsites in Amhara Region: The Case of 3 Selected IDPs Camps in Debre Birhan Town
    (Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Demeke Getahun; Ashenafi Hagos (PhD)
    This study is intended to explore the role played by stakeholders in the provisions of basic services three selected IDPs camps in Debre Birhan town. The specific objectives of this study were to the quality of basic service and to identify the major challenges in the delivering quality of basic service to IDPs in the studied respect. This research employed a purposive sampling technique, which is a non-probability sampling technique where individuals are chosen for a study based on their specific characteristics, knowledge, or experiences that are relevant to the research question. For this study, a total of 17 internally displaced individuals (IDPs) who were beneficiaries of the program were selected as a key informants 10 women and 7 men, 7 key informant interviews were conducted. Out of these participants, 1 was woman and 6 were men. The researcher used primary data collection followed by in-depth interviews, key informant interviews, and focus group discussions, which include observational data collection, document review, field visits, and audio recording, which are used for efficient data analysis. The research find out the types of basic service provisions which includes food supply, medical service, water and hygiene and sanitation products are insufficient fulfill their need in addition to its poor quality. This study provides detailed information on basic service provisions for IDP inhabitants in Debre Birhan town and how their lives will improve. Also, the research provides important implications for social work education, stakeholders, policymakers, and research purposes.
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    Analysis of the Situation of Child Abuse after the Outbreak of COVID-19 in Addis Ababa City
    (Addis ababa university, 2021-09) Haile, Abeba; Negussie (PhD), Fasil
    The main objective of the study was to assess the effect of COVID-19 on child abuse: The case of Addis Ababa City. A qualitative research method was used and an institutional case study approach was applied. The target institutions were selected on the basis purposive sampling techniques because one stop centre for abused children is only found in three government hospitals in Addis Ababa (Menelik II Referral Hospital, Gandhi Memorial Hospital, Tirunesh-Beijing General Hospital).The abused children were also selected using non-probability purposive sampling techniques by considering the government owned institutions. Due to the COVID-19 epidemic in Addis Ababa City, the children are being confined to their homes and a large number of children were reportedly raped and experienced different forms of abuse during the corona virus epidemic. The most prevalent type of child abuse was found to be sexual abuse, especially rape. However, there are also physical abuse, psychological abuse and neglect associated with sexual abuse. Therefore, what needs to be done is to protect children from different type of abuse, responsible stakeholders should educate the community, and government must punish perpetrators severely during COVID-19. Key Words: COVID-19, Child Abuse, Child Protection, One Stop Centre
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    Antecedents, Appraisal, Coping Strategies and Psychosocial Adjustment Among Cervical Cancer Patients in Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A Mixed-Method Study
    (Addis Ababa University, 2022-11-01) Anteneh Dirar; Wubegzier Mekonnen (Dr)
    Despite great developments in diagnostic and treatment modalities for cervical cancer, overall psychosocial adjustment difficulties lead to poor health outcomes and reduced adherence to therapy. Accordingly, this study assessed the antecedents, appraisal, coping strategies, and psychosocial adjustment among cervical cancer patients in Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital. A cross-sectional, mixed-method study design was employed. The quantitative study collected data from 299 women and analyzed using descriptive, correlation, multiple regression, and path analysis. The qualitative study collected data through in-depth interviews with 11 women and analyzed via thematic analysis. The quantitative study revealed that most women experienced significantly greater psychosocial adjustment difficulties. They appraise their illness as a threat and harm/loss than a challenge. The result indicated that uncertainty, self-efficacy, presence of meaning in life, harm/loss and challenge appraisal, problem-focused coping, and emotion focused coping strategies were significant predictors of psychosocial adjustment difficulty. Besides, the mediating role of cognitive appraisal and coping strategies in the association between antecedents and psychosocial adjustment was partially supported. The qualitative study findings indicated that women experienced a lack of satisfaction with health care, struggle in work and daily life, and financial difficulties. Women employed various strategies to cope with their illness such as accepting, diverting attention, and religiousness. They experienced delays in seeking medical care because of limited awareness and repeated practice of traditional rituals. Information and advice from health professionals were the most crucial support need identified. The integrated study findings show that women’s personal and environmental antecedents influence their appraisal and coping strategies, and consequently their psychosocial adjustment with diagnosis and treatment of cervical cancer. Finally, it was recommended that cervical cancer treatment needs to integrate the psychological and social components of health. Also, expanding diagnostic and treatment facilities should be considered to help women access timely and cost-effective care.
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    Antecedents, Appraisal, Coping Strategies and Psychosocial Adjustment among Cervical Cancer Patients in Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A Mixed-Method Study
    (Addis Ababa University, 2022-11-01) Anteneh Dirar; Wubegzier Mekonnen (Dr.)
    Despite great developments in diagnostic and treatment modalities for cervical cancer, overall psychosocial adjustment difficulties lead to poor health outcomes and reduced adherence to therapy. Accordingly, this study assessed the antecedents, appraisal, coping strategies, and psychosocial adjustment among cervical cancer patients in Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital. A cross-sectional, mixed-method study design was employed. The quantitative study collected data from 299 women and analyzed using descriptive, correlation, multiple regression, and path analysis. The qualitative study collected data through in-depth interviews with 11 women and analyzed via thematic analysis. The quantitative study revealed that most women experienced significantly greater psychosocial adjustment difficulties. They appraise their illness as a threat and harm/loss than a challenge. The result indicated that uncertainty, self-efficacy, presence of meaning in life, harm/loss and challenge appraisal, problem-focused coping, and emotion- focused coping strategies were significant predictors of psychosocial adjustment difficulty. Besides, the mediating role of cognitive appraisal and coping strategies in the association between antecedents and psychosocial adjustment was partially supported. The qualitative study findings indicated that women experienced a lack of satisfaction with health care, struggle in work and daily life, and financial difficulties. Women employed various strategies to cope with their illness such as accepting, diverting attention, and religiousness. They experienced delays in seeking medical care because of limited awareness and repeated practice of traditional rituals. Information and advice from health professionals were the most crucial support need identified. The integrated study findings show that women’s personal and environmental antecedents influence their appraisal and coping strategies, and consequently their psychosocial adjustment with diagnosis and treatment of cervical cancer. Finally, it was recommended that cervical cancer treatment needs to integrate the psychological and social components of health. Also, expanding diagnostic and treatment facilities should be considered to help women access timely and cost-effective care.
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    Anti Retro Viral Treatment- its Social and Religious Challenges the Experiences of 32 Members from two associations Tesfa Setechign Mariam and Mekdim Ethiopia
    (Addis Ababa University, 2007-08) Bezabih, Ermias; Getu, Melese (PhD); Berhanu, Zena(Ato)
    There are anecdotal evidences suggesting that the rollout of ART in Ethiopia facing challenges from social and religious directions. These social and religious challenges have attracted the interest of the writer of this thesis. And the project has been conceived with the objective of identifying the social and religious challenges of ART program at the selected two PLWHA associations. For the study, cross-sectional qualitative research method was applied. In-depth interview with selected twenty individuals and focus group discussion with two groups (each had six participants) were conducted. More over, four key informant interviews were also carried out. The study suggested that there are different knowledge and attitudes towards HIV/AIDS and ART that affect the uptake of ART. We can categorize the participants’ attitude towards using ART in to three. The first group strongly disagrees with the idea of using ART considering it as a weapon of Satan. This group of participants believes that HIV/AIDS is a punishment sent from God or it is caused by evil spirit. For them, it can be cured and has to be treated only by holy water. The second group regards ART as a supporter of the holy water. So, they believe in taking ARV with the holy water concomitantly. The other attitude supported with few informants was using only ART to treat HIV/AIDS. Respondents with this stand expressed their fear saying that the spiritual practices like fasting and going to the holy water sites in cold weather may hamper the therapy of ARV drugs. In addition to religion related factors, social factors are also noted to play significant role in affecting the ARV uptake. Most of the respondents ART are taking the drugs secretly in fear of the stigma and discrimination they may encounter. Especially, members of Mekdim Ethipia National Association were subjected to this situation because they are living in the inner part of the city. Inspite of some problems in using the drug and holy water simultaneously at the holy water site, the social relation at Entoto locality is encouraging for the users. Most of the respondents who were living at Entoto have no interest to leave the place because they are socially free there. In conclusion, the issue is waiting for large scale study in order to measure the magnitude of the problem and for implementation of possible measures at a wide range to abate the problems
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    Anxiety and Depression among Students with Visual Impairment: In the Case of Shashemene and Sebeta Primary Schools.
    (Addis Ababa University, 2025-06-01) Redwan Idris; Mengistu Legesse (PhD)
    This study assessed levels of anxiety and depression along with the associated factors. coping mechanisms among students with visual impairments at Shashemene and Sebeta Primary Schools was among the concern. An institution-based cross-sectional design was employed. 175 students were selected via multistage sampling (purposive setting selection) and stratified random sampling. Validated instruments measured anxiety (YAM-5), depression (Reynolds Adolescent Depression Scale), perceived social support (SS-A), and coping mechanisms (CRI-Y adapted). Data were analyzed in SPSS 26 and Stata 14 using descriptive statistics and binary logistic regression. Results revealed high prevalence: 39.4% experienced severe anxiety disorders and 36% severe major depressive disorders. Protective factors against anxiety included older age (OR: 0.643, p=0.002), supportive school environments (OR: 0.576, p=0.007), family/friend support, and parental education (OR: 0.434, p=0.011). Higher impairment severity significantly increased anxiety risk (OR: 1.709, p=0.021). Duration of impairment, parental income, and employment were non-significant. For depression, critical determinants were female gender (OR: 6.708, p=0.000), younger admission age (OR: 2.918, p=0.000), and longer school duration (OR: 3.72, p=0.000). Students from Sebeta faced five times the depression risk of Shashemene students (OR: 5.106, p=0.006). Visually impaired students predominantly favored adaptive coping strategies, especially positive reappraisal and problem-solving. The findings underscore an urgent need for targeted mental health interventions. Key strategies include enhancing social support networks, addressing institutional disparities between schools, and promoting adaptive coping mechanisms. Interventions must be tailored considering gender, age at admission, duration of stay, and degree of visual impairment to effectively support this vulnerable population. Keywords: Anxiety, Depression, copying strategies, risky factors, visual impairment
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    AQualitative assessment on the relationshipbetween early marriage & divorce: The case of mecha woreda in amhara region
    (Addis Ababa University, 2008-07) mesfin, Redit; Joshi, Sandhya (PhD)
    Early marriage is highly prevalent in Eth iopia. It can have seve ral harmful effects on the overall we ll being of a girl child who is not mentally, psychologically, emotionally or physically prepared for a marriage l ife. Divorce rate in Ethiopia is a lso high. Early marriage is widely practiced in Amhara. Not on ly early marriage but research also shows that marriages in Amhara last on average about seven years and first marriages even less (about four years) . Nevertheless, the relationship and the intensity of the problem has not been identified particul arly for girls in Amhara region w here the problem is very high . Therefore, thi s paper prese nts the re su lt of a qualitative assessment done on girls in Mecha Woreda, Am h ara region to explore the relationship between early marriage and di vorce . The study is believed will enable to create awareness on the relationship between early man'iage and di vorce.
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    Assessing Resilience in Domestic Workers With Hostiles of Sexual Abuse: Cases in Addis Ababa
    (Addis Ababa University, 2019-06) Aynalem, Seblewonglel; Legesse, Mengistu (PhD)
    This study assessed the res ili cnce in sex ual ly abused female domestic workers in Addis Ababa. The study explored risk exposing factors and factors that faci:ilate resil iGncc alkr sex ual abuse. The study followed ex plora tory quali tative method, using in-depth ami kcy informant in terviews as data col lect ion instrumen ts. The participanls who were selected purposively comprised of eight dOI!lcstie workers, one broker and one key informant from TTTM. The study partic ipants were migrated young, single ,\iOIl'en who have;, poor economi cal alld family background. Among the eight study participants, lo ur lVere actu ally expc:·:cpeed rape, one was faced attempt of rape and the rest three were fln cC·.' '0 touch the private body parts of their host or reversely the ir priva te body pa rts IVlOP; touched without Ihe;r r;QllScn1. The main risk exposing fac tors was mentioned to be drinking, absenc p. or w,ves from home, lack weli der. ned bound ary to t h ~ ser.tQr ~ n d cheating by fa lse promises. As a res uit of the abuse, the s t~:dv parti cipants faced emotional disturbance, distrusting, hopelessnes:;, job insecurity. unsafe abortion, unwantcd prc'.!nullcy d !llJ I-IIVlAIDS. The main res ili cnce factors whi ch helped themtn function well ~ne r sex ual abuse comprised of normali zing the pro blem, di sc lo sing, re iigious affiliation, personal value and selli ng positive life goal. The siudy has inlplica tions which cal l for social work professionals, policy makers ,,,,d ot her eoncern ell bodies to recognize domestic workers whu arc vu lner"ble to sex uai abuse, as a [i.:nik land for research all d practice. Key worusDolncstic workers, !{cs il ;encc, Sex ual abuse.
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    Assessing Social Work Practices in Early Child Care and Education projects; The Experiences of Selected NGOs in Addis Ababa
    (Addis Ababa University, 2021-11-01) Jerry Daba; Debebe Ero (PhD)
    Early childhood is the most important span in a child’s life. Thus disadvantaged children in Ethiopia are lagging in their full developmental potential in their early years. Absence of quality and integrated interventions are amongst impediments. Hence, this study explored social work practice of early child hood care and education projects, assessing experience of selected three NGOs in Addis Ababa. A qualitative research approach was utilized. Purposive sampling was used to select 30 participants, including social workers, program managers, parents, and woredas experts. Data were collected using in-depth interviews by semi-structured interview guides. Additional data were also obtained from observations and document reviews. Thematic analysis was utilized and all sources of data triangulated for accuracy. The results unveiled education, health, parental education, and livelihood-securing activities are the key components of social work practices. The results further unveiled roles and responsibilities of social workers are assessment, facilitation, advocacy, mentoring, and community mobilization. Regarding parents’ perception they place a higher value on in-kind assistance rather than consciousness raising intervention and they have good attitude for social workers even if they are unaware about the profession. Lack of; resources, specific guidelines, a code of ethics, trainings, integrated service, and awareness about social work have all been identified as challenges hamper deployment of social work discipline pillars in early childhood development practice. The study has long-term implications for in-depth investigation of the studied topic, as well as standardization of social work practice to magnify its contribution to the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care.
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    Assessing Street Connected Children Reunification Programs: The Case of Three Selected Organizations in Addis Ababa
    (Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Silas Samuel; Commander Demelash Kassaye (PhD)
    The need to find a better solution for supporting children on the street is a very demanding situation in the world. Street life has been a very challenging situation for Ethiopia and many other countries for the past many years. This assessment of the program (reunification) was done to shed light on the gaps of the program and look for a better solution for the best interest of a child. In the meantime, to prompt and encourage all the best parts of the program. In order to do that the three selected organisations provided all the needed gaps and advantages of the program. Which could be helpful to find a better solution for combating street life. By involving in depth interviews, key informant interviews and other data collecting methods, the assessment did its best to identify numerous issues, such as experiences and understandings of professionals, children and families using the program. In addition to that, all gaps and needs in the program are evaluated. The program provides different service that could help children be in a better life, the provided services are really good for the children but the problem is that the services does not continue once the children left the transition centre. Which causes the gaps of the program, children live a better/safe life for three months and go back to their” normal life”. The program never addressed the cause for children to leave home, when the causes are not addressed children lose their interest to go back to their homes and families. These findings emphasize the importance of addressing root causes and ensuring post-reunification support for sustainable outcomes. This assessment contributes valuable insight into the effectiveness of reunification programs and underscores the need for long-term, child-centred strategies to end the cycle of street life of children. Keywords: street connected children, reunification, program assessment, organizations intervention, Addis Ababa
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    Assessing the Accessibility of Buildings for Persons with physical Disabilities in Yeka Sub-City
    (Addis Ababa University, 2019-06) Alemayehu, Alemtsahay; Legesse, Dr. Mengistu
    In this study, an attempt was made to assess the accessibility of buildings for people with physical disabilities in Yeka sub-city, in Addis Ababa. As the study employed descriptive method, the data were analyzed quantitatively that is frequency, percentage and qualitatively (thematically).Non-probability sampling technique was used to gather the data. The study covered the identification and ascertaining the accessibility of a total of 40 public buildings. The study involved twenty people with physical disabilities who lived in Yeka Sub-city and five construction officers. The required data were collected using observation check list and structured-interview for people with disabilities and semi-structured interview with construction officers. To consolidate the information obtained from the observation, a structured interview was conducted with twenty people with physical disabilitiesAbove all, the finding revealed that buildings in Yeka Sub-City are not accessible for people with disabilities. . That is to say, buildings in Yeekaub-city had no way findings, accessible path way, and outdoor facilities. Furthermore, buildings in yeka Sub-city had no easy to use ramps, entrance doors, and reception counter desk. In addition, the building in Yeka sub-city had no large enough corridor, elevator, and had no signage. In addition, buildings in Yeka sub-City did not have the required standards to be accessible for people with physical disabilities and this put a number of impacts on their lives. The researcher recommends contractors to consult the UNICIEF’s standards of buildings. Finally, the researcher suggested future researchers to continue research on accessibility of buildings for people with disabilities in Addis Ababa. Key terms: accessibility, buildings, physical disabilities, standards
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    Assessing the Pre and Post Factors Leading children in conflict with law to Recidivism:- The Case of Lideta Sub-city Administration woreda 10 Remand and Rehabilitation Center
    (Addis Ababa University, 2023-07-01) Meseret Getachew; Commander Demmelash Kassaye (PhD)
    study described the Pre and Post Factors Leading children in conflict with law to Recidivism: the Case of Lideta Sub-city woreda 10 Administration Remand and Rehabilitation Center. The main objective of this study was to find the Pre and Post Factors Leading children in conflict with law to recidivism at the study area. Descriptive and explanatory research type was employed to explore the study of both quantitative and qualitative data from primary and secondary sources. Due to the difficulty of easily accessing re-offenders children conflict with law in the study area through other sampling techniques, Purposive sampling was used to select participants’ from the 156 total sample frames who are respondents for the study. Out of this 156 total sample frames 69 offenders, 21 parents of offenders, and 12 key informants that means 102 respondents were taken as a sample size of the research. Based on finding of this study the researcher has reached the multiple Pre and Post Factors Leading Children in conflict with law to Recidivism from all that, societal respond/unwelcome condition of the society push for re-offending . The Causes of re-offenders were peers influence, broken families (divorce, death of one parent or both, migration), and economic problems, mental illness, abuse, lack of parental support, school/ education problems. Therefore, the study recommends all the stakeholders: especially government and should give serious attention for those who commit in Recidivism and work corporately with community base organization to bring positive societal response, and it should coordinate different service provider like mental health hospitals, vocational training provider institutions as well formal educational institutions, Religious institution should play a significant role, so that the children’s needs are met in a holistic manner and re-offenders participate in different community works and where these re-offenders can get good experience and plan their future life. Keywords; Juvenile, children in conflict with law to Recidivism, Lideta Sub-city woreda10 Administration Remand and Rehabilitation Center