ECRAN and African Child Policy Forum (ACPF) Partner to Strengthen Child Rights Advocacy in Ethiopia

ECRAN and African Child Policy Forum (ACPF) Partner to Strengthen Child Rights Advocacy in Ethiopia We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our ongoing mission to safeguard and empower children across Ethiopia. On Thursday, May 14, 2026, the Ethiopian Child Rights Advocacy Network (ECRAN) held a productive and inspiring strategic meeting with leadership from the African Child Policy Forum (ACPF). This pivotal discussion marks the formal beginning of a powerful new partnership and collaboration between our two organizations. By joining forces, ECRAN and ACPF aim to pool our expertise, resources, and shared vision to significantly elevate child rights advocacy, protection, and empowerment throughout the country. A Shared Commitment to Sustainable Change During the meeting, ECRAN leadership met with Mrs. Sarah Guebreyes, Director of Operations & Business Development at ACPF, and Mr. Yehualashet Mekonen, Senior Programme Manager at ACPF. The insightful dialogue highlighted a deep alignment in our objectives and reinforced our joint determination to address the pressing challenges facing children and local communities today. Through this strategic alignment, we aim to: Strengthen Advocacy Frameworks: Enhance national and regional policy frameworks to better protect children's rights. Expand Community Impact: Implement targeted programs that drive tangible, positive improvements in the lives of vulnerable children. Foster Knowledge Sharing: Leverage joint research, policy insights, and capacity-building initiatives to reinforce child protection mechanisms. Looking Ahead As we embark on this exciting journey together, ECRAN extends its heartfelt appreciation to the ACPF team for their commitment and shared vision. Partnerships like this reinforce our core belief that sustainable change requires collective action. We look forward to working side-by-side with ACPF to deliver meaningful, long-lasting impact for children across Ethiopia. To stay updated on our joint initiatives and ongoing advocacy work, follow ECRAN on our social channels and subscribe to our newsletter