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In a grand ceremony held to mark the 60th anniversary of Bahir Dar University, the institution proudly recognized People to People for their exceptional contributions to the growth and success of the university. The event, which commemorated Bahir Dar University’s Diamond Jubilee, celebrated the remarkable achievements and invaluable support that People to People has provided over the years.
People to People (P2P) has designed the Amanuel Girls Boarding and Care Center (AGBCC) Rebuilding project, with the design and consultancy services provided by Debre Markos University (DMU). P2P expresses its gratitude to DMU for their contribution to the project. The project aims to provide improved facilities and comprehensive services to underprivileged and orphaned girls. The care and support to orphan girls project in Amanuel Girls’ Boarding Care Center serves children whose families have been affected by the HIV/AIDS crisis. P2P established the Care Center in 2007 at the city of Amanuel town 30 km from DM on the way to BD. The project has supported 65 (sixty five) vulnerable girls until they finish university education. Supported 23 orphan girls finish College studies. And assisted 15 vulnerable girls finish grade 12. Currently, we serve around 86 orphan girls who are attending school at traditional public schools. 20 (twenty) live full-time at the Care Center and receive comprehensive care and support services (Shelter, food, educational materials, clothing, hygienic materials and recreation and psych-social support ). 38 (thirty eight) students live at home, but receive monthly financial assistance, psych-social support, and other services from the Care Center. And 30 university students get monthly financial assistance. Many former students of the Care Center have gone on to higher education, including in the medical field. Their individual successes will also continue to power Ethiopia’s growth and development.
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The P2P team recently visited a major cancer center currently under construction at the St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College (SPMMC) campus in Addis Ababa. During the visit, the team had productive meetings with SPMMC’s leadership, discussing the challenges of providing quality cancer care in Ethiopia and exploring ways to address them.
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On April 7, 2023, the P2P team visited Bahir Dar University (BDU) to strengthen the quality of medical education. During the visit, the team engaged in productive discussions with the leadership of BDU’s medical school, department heads, and junior faculties.
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The People to People Leaders team made an official visit to Bonga University on April 7th, 2023, where they signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the University. The MOU signifies a commitment to collaborate and strengthen the relationship between the university and the People to People. The People to People Leaders team expressed their excitement about the new partnership and their commitment to working with Bonga University to achieve their shared goals. “Photo credit for Bonga University Facebook page!”
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In a heartwarming display of community support, the P2P Amanuel Banquet Dinner was held on the night of April 05, 2023, at the Interlexury Hotel in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to raise funds for the Amanuel Girls Boarding and Care Center (AGBCC) Rebuilding Project. The AGBCC is a vital resource for girls in the community. The P2P Amanuel Banquet Dinner was organized to raise funds for the center’s rebuilding project and to support the girls who rely on it. The event was attended by a diverse group of guests, including community leaders, public university leaders, business owners, and concerned citizens. Throughout the evening, attendees shared their stories and experiences, highlighting the importance of the AGBCC and the impact it has had on their lives. Thanks to the generosity of the guests, the organizers expressed their gratitude for everyone who attended and contributed to the cause. They stated that the success of the event demonstrated the power of community support and the importance of coming together to help those in need.
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ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA – People to People conducted a successful conference titled “Triangular Partnership for Quality Medical Education, Resource Preservation and Rehabilitation” on April 5, 2023. The event was held at the InterLuxury Hotel in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and gathered key stakeholders from the Ministry of Health-Ethiopia and the Consortium of Ethiopian Public Universities and FDRE Education and Training Authority. The conference aimed to establish a fruitful collaboration between the Ministry of Health-Ethiopia, public universities and People to People for a quality medical education, resource preservation, and rehabilitation. It also provided a platform for experts to share their ideas, experiences and best practices concerning medical education in Ethiopia. The conference consisted of five panel discussions that were moderated by experts in the medical field. The first panel discussion was about the accreditation of medical schools and universities, moderated by Lekidelu Taddesse, MD. The second discussion revolved around establishing Hematology/Oncology Fellowship in Ethiopia, moderated by Kebede Begna, MD. The third panel discussed the establishment of ECFMG Testing Center in Ethiopia and was moderated by Anteneh Habte, MD. The fourth discussion focused on the triangular partnership and was moderated by Enawgaw Mehari, MD. The final panel discussion, moderated by Abraham Betre, MD, tackled the topic of victims of war and rehabilitation success stories. Additionally, the conference tackled the GERD lifespan matters for sustainable development, moderated by Gete Zeleke, PhD. Experts in the field shared their views on the need to prioritize the GERD issue, as its resolution is vital for Ethiopia’s development. The event was a great success and was well-attended by deference stakeholders.
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People to People received a Gold Category Outstanding Community Award from Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia president Her Excellency Sahlework Zewdie for its dedication in improving Health and Education systems in Ethiopia and Humanitarian assistance to conflict affected people on a first edition recognition program held on 26th of January 2023. In this first of its kind recognition event organized by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, the government noted that Ethiopia will always remember positive roles of Ethiopian Diaspora who stood by it at times of need. The Ethiopian government also urged to Ethiopian Diaspora to collaborate on peace building and restoration efforts.
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Guest of honor, Abune Earmias, archbishop of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church North Wollo Zone Diocese and an honorary doctor, and Dr. Negussu Legesse, Chief Executive Director of the Consortium of Christian Relief and Development Association (CCRDA), attended the ceremony. The P2P Ethiopia staff, school community, Woreda Administration, Education Department Head, and heads of different faiths were part of the event. The P2P founder and president, Professor Enawgaw Mehari, and Mrs. Addis Aimero, head of the P2P Education Mission and People to People management, have extended their congratulations message to the school community virtually. Abune Earmias, archbishop of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church North Wollo Zone Diocese and an honorary doctor in the event, has thanked People to People and the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church St. Teklehaimanot Church, Ottawa, Canada, for what they have done in rebuilding the Wurgessa primary school together and called every Ethiopian to collaborate in war-damaged school rebuilding projects. Dr. Negussu Legesse, on his part, appreciated P2P for the investment in such an impactful project and for being a valid member of the CCRDA. Also, Dr. Negussu Legesse stressed the need to rebuild schools and other infrastructure in war-damaged areas. The handover ceremony has received media coverage from Amhara Media Corporation (AMC) and Africa Renaissance Television Services (ARTS).