Hunger & Livelihoods

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In the Yirgalem district of the Sidama Region, a heart-warming initiative called "Husband Schools" is transforming the landscape of fatherhood. Save the Children, through its LEEP (Leadership and Economic Empowerment Program), has recognized the need to support new fathers in embracing their roles with confidence and competence. 

Kibre Haqamo, 13, is among the 705 (344 girls) children who benefit from morning meals served at Aleto Hawecho primary school in Boricha district, Sidama region, Southern Ethiopia. Together with her sister, they have been actively participating in school activities since the project has started the school meal ten months ago.