Kassahun, Meseret (PhD)Mengistu, Betelhem2018-06-192023-11-042018-06-192023-11-042015-06http://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/1441The study aimed to present the process of rehabilitation and reintegration supports provided to female returnees from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It provides an understanding on the opportunities and challenges of female returnees. Moreover, the study brings a discussion on how these experiences have affected the life of returnees. The study employed qualitative methods particularly, case study to get in-depth insight of the subject matter. Data were collected through purposive sampling. The data collection techniques used included in-depth interview, key informant interview, and observation. The data was analyzed thematically through following basic qualitative and case study procedures. The finding of the study demonstrate that various supports were offered to female returnees during return, upon arrival and while they are staying in Addis Ababa. The result showed that there was a gap in providing comprehensive rehabilitation and reintegration programs in effective and coordinated manner. The study revealed that there is a need for national policy and preparedness on rehabilitation and reintegration of returneesenSocial WorkThesis