Projects

Project Areas of Focus

Demena prioritises projects that:

  • Centre their activities around empowering vulnerable women, enabling them to drive change.
  • Address overlooked or neglected issues faced by raped and sex worker women of all ages.
  • Embrace innovation and unconventional approaches to transform these women’s lives.

How to Submit

Demena accepts applications throughout the year. Please download the form and send it to us as a ‘document file’ via email. You can download the form here. If you encounter difficulties downloading the form, kindly email us at forms@demenacharity.org. Please mention ‘Grant application form’ in the subject line.

Application Process

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1. All projects submitted to Demena Charity undergo thorough evaluation and final decisions rest with the charity's trustees.​
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2. Following the review of your initial submission, we'll provide notification within the specified timeframe.

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3. A percentage of the funds will be allocated at the initial stage, with the remainder released based on the project's performance.

Our Evaluation Criteria 

  • Organisational History: Proven credibility in any part of Ethiopia.
  • Project Merit: Clear articulation of outcomes and impacts. Welcome proposals aiding women affected by sexual violence and supporting sex workers to improve socio-economic conditions and alleviate poverty.
  • Budget: Concisely demonstrate the budget’s suitability. Show commitment to diverse funding sources. Execute projects directly without transferring funds to third parties.

F.A.Q.

You can support DEMENA in several ways: by sharing our social media channels, volunteering with us, connecting us with potential funders and participating in fundraising and donation events.

Regular information is available on our website, as well as on social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, local newspapers and billboards.

Local charities, organisations and governmental bodies supporting rape victims and sex workers in Ethiopia are welcome to apply for funding from us.

Yes, Demena will consider both short and long-term projects, provided they demonstrate sustainability.

Demena accepts projects from both newly registered and established charities and organisations.

Calls for project proposals, along with the required information and deadlines, will be posted on our charity website, social media channels and local newspaper.

Please refer to our ‘how to apply’ page for the application process details.