The Ethiopia Catholic Church Apostolic Vicariate of Nekemte Social and Development Commission's food security project is a comprehensive initiative aimed at enhancing food security by addressing availability, access, and utilization. Through modern agricultural practices and local food system development, we empower communities toward sustainable self-reliance.
Through rigorous implementation, knowledge sharing, and advocacy, the project drives long-term agricultural growth, boosts household income, and empowers communities with sustainable practices that last for generations.
Access to clean water and sanitation is a fundamental human right and a matter of dignity and justice. Through our WASH initiatives, we strive to reduce waterborne illnesses, improve public health, and strengthen communities across the Vicariate.
"Every drop of clean water is a drop of hope."
Designed to help elderly persons cope with physical, psychological, and economic challenges. With funding support from Wood Een Daad, we support 2,250 elderly individuals annually across the Vicariate with a monthly allowance of 400 ETB provided in cash and kind.
Grounded in the inherent dignity and rights of every human being, the Vicariate maintains a strict Zero-Tolerance Policy against human trafficking, sexual harassment, abuse, exploitation, and harm. Our comprehensive Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct guide all clergy, staff, volunteers, and visitors to maintain a safe, protective environment for children and vulnerable adults.
For over sixty years, Catholic Caritas Ethiopia – Nekemte has worked to empower women and girls in Western Oromia. Guided by Catholic Social Teaching, we address systemic barriers—such as limited access to finance, education, and decision-making—to advance gender equality, social inclusion, and rights protection.
Building Effective Network (BEN) Project (FY 2026) focuses on enhancing the well-being, inclusion, and self-reliance of children and youth with disabilities (aged 10–24) and their caregivers through comprehensive support in health, education, economic empowerment, and social protection.
| Thematic Area | Key Focus & Interventions | Physical Target |
|---|---|---|
| Health & Rehabilitation | Medical treatment, assistive devices, surgical support, physiotherapy, nutrition, hygiene, healthcare facility accessibility, and health worker capacity building. | 280 |
| Education & Inclusion | Learning materials, school accessibility retrofitting, resource centers, safeguarding, MHPSS, inclusive pedagogy, and assistive learning tools. | 251 |
| Economic Strengthening | Business Development Services (BDS), vocational training, asset transfers, Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA), market and microfinance linkages, and job readiness. | 180 |
| Social Participation & Protection | Life skills, self-advocacy, recreational peer groups, rights sensitization, media campaigns, referral networks, and safeguarding mechanisms. | 127 |
Serving communities across Western Ethiopia through faith, education, healthcare, and humanitarian ministry.
Nekemte, East Wollega, Oromia, Ethiopia
+251 57 661 1527
info@nekemtevicariate.org.et
P. O. Box 412, Nekemte, Ethiopia
Post Code: 1AJSJi
Nekemte Catholic Secretariat (NCS) established in 1995. NCS functions as the executive arm of the Vicariate, coordinating pastoral ministry and social ministry across the Jurisdiction.
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