Newsletter Q1 2026
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Stories, updates and impact from our work with girls, young women and communities across Zimbabwe.
FEATURED STORY
Launch of the Diakonia P.O.W.E.R. Project
Launched in Mutare in March 2026 during Women’s Month, the Diakonia-supported P.O.W.E.R. Project — Promoting Opportunities for Women’s Empowerment and Rights — works with girls and young women aged 10 to 35, both in and out of school, to strengthen leadership and challenge harmful cultural and social norms.
Q1 2026 at a Glance
378+
Child protection cases responded to
7
Districts reached
196
Broiler chicks under management
3+
New partnerships initiated
Latest Stories
Programme highlights, community updates and stories from across the districts where we work.
Murehwa: Reviving Livelihoods for Lasting Impact
A site assessment at the Mhoro Shamwari Empowerment Centre reviewed poultry, piggery and horticulture projects, with attention to infrastructure, irrigation and accountability.
Solar Dryers Drive Change in Murehwa
Women farmers are using solar dryers to preserve produce, reduce waste and sell at better times, supporting household income and girls’ education.
Hwedza: Breaking Stigma, Engaging Gatekeepers
The Pamoja Project Phase 2 engaged traditional leaders through the Dare Ramambo forum to promote SRHR and challenge stigma around abortion.
Saving Lives through Dialogue
The #Asingade campaign brought chiefs and stakeholders together in Hwedza to discuss safe reproductive health, unsafe abortion and the Termination of Pregnancy Act.
Chiredzi: Safe Spaces for Dialogue
Dandaro Revasikana sessions created spaces for girls to discuss child protection, SRHR and climate change adaptation, alongside Men and Boys Forums and CDC engagement.
Harare: Strategic Partnerships Take Root
Activities included engagement with Roosevelt Girls High School, CDC team building at Lake Chivero and new discussions on mental health and psychosocial support.
Voices From Our Communities
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Support livelihood projects, case response efforts and empowerment centres; partner with us on mental health, SRHR and economic empowerment; volunteer with Community Development Committees; or advocate for stronger child protection.