News and Impact Stories
Menstrual Health at Biruh Tesfa Primary
Partners in Education Ethiopia (PiEE) conducted a Menstrual Health training at Biruh Tesfa Primary School, creating a safe space for dialogue, confidence building, and shared learning among boys and girls. By the end, participants were named Gender Champions—ready to advocate for menstrual health, challenge stigma, and support a more inclusive school community.
WASH Training at Biruh Tesfa Primary School
Partners in Education Ethiopia delivered a comprehensive WASH training at Biruh Tesfa Primary School, equipping students and school staff with practical hygiene and sanitation skills. Participants explored handwashing, waste reduction, and environmental cleanliness before committing to lead as WASH Ambassadors—promoting healthier habits and helping build a cleaner, safer school environment.
Restoring Sight, Restoring Hope!
For 55-year-old Adelach Kassa from Chagni Town, losing her sight meant losing her livelihood, and her daughter Seniet left school to care for her.
Thanks to Partners in Education Ethiopia and the Barzilai Foundation, Adelach received free cataract surgery at Dr. Solomon Eye Clinic.
Now she has regained her sight and independence, and Seniet can return to school.
Biruh Tesfa Pre-Primary School Reconstructed and Inaugurated in Debre Birhan
Partners in Education Ethiopia has inaugurated the fully reconstructed Biruh Tesfa Pre Primary School in Debre Birhan, a milestone achieved through collaboration with the community, local government, partners, and donors. The new school features 12 bright classrooms, WASH facilities, and a fully equipped learning environment designed to inspire creativity and inclusion. Envisioned as a model Early Childhood Development center, Biruh Tesfa stands as a symbol of hope and a commitment to nurturing the future of young learners.
Transparency and Community at Work in Bahir Dar
Partners in Education Ethiopia is putting transparency and community collaboration into action in Bahir Dar. During the bid opening ceremony for the new Addis Amba Pre Primary School, local leaders, parents, and education officials came together to take part in an open and accountable selection process. The project will deliver 14 classrooms, accessible facilities, WASH infrastructure, and a playground, creating a safe and inclusive learning space for children
Building Sustainability Through Community Ownership: The Story of Flege Abay Primary School
Flege Abay Primary School in Bahir Dar is proving that sustainability is possible when communities lead the way. 💧
With just 40,000 ETB for materials and 14,000 ETB saved through volunteer labour, the school now has repaired water systems and a new underground supply. Next up: a Menstrual Health & Hygiene room to support adolescent girls with dignity and care
From blurred vision to bright horizons
With her first pair of eyeglasses through our campaign with Operation Eyesight, Yordanose is back in school, her grades are improving, and her dream to become an eye health professional is within reach.
Meskerem 16 Pre-Primary School – Construction Update
Construction at Meskerem 16 Pre-Primary School is advancing quickly, with classrooms and an accessible latrine nearing completion. Final works will soon prepare the site to welcome students into a safe, inclusive learning environment.
From Secrecy to Confidence: The End of the Yellow Card
At Addis Amba Primary School, girls once relied on a discreet yellow card system to manage menstruation. Today, that silence has been replaced by confidence. Through the PiEE SPLASH WISE project, stigma has faded, a Menstrual Hygiene Management room has been introduced, and girls now speak up for their needs, ensuring dignity, inclusion, and uninterrupted learning.
A New Start for Mothers and Newborns
“I used to throw it away. Now I know better.”
After attending the Mom to Mom Mothers training, Netsuh Bantigen from Awi Zone learned just how vital prenatal and postnatal care truly are, from choosing skilled delivery to feeding colostrum, the first and most powerful nourishment for newborns.
Now, she’s not only changing her own approach to motherhood, she’s committed to sharing what she’s learned with other women in her community.