The Ethiopian Women Researchers Network (EWNET) is an initiative of the Rift Valley Institute’s Peace Research Facility (PRF), funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. EWNET provides a collaborative platform for Ethiopian women researchers in the social sciences and humanities, with a focus on peace and conflict studies.
The network aims to strengthen the participation and visibility of Ethiopian women in research, publication and policy dialogue. It brings together researchers from diverse disciplines, regions and social backgrounds to foster collaboration, share knowledge and contribute to more inclusive and evidence-based approaches to peacebuilding in Ethiopia.
EWNET’s core objectives are to:
- Build a vibrant network for Ethiopian women researchers to connect, collaborate and exchange ideas.
- Support academic research through guidance and mentorship.
- Amplify women’s voices by actively disseminating research findings to national and international audiences.
Through these efforts, EWNET addresses the longstanding underrepresentation of women in peace and conflict studies and works toward creating a more inclusive research community in Ethiopia.
Podcasts and video discussions featuring EWNET researchers are available on the RVI YouTube channel.
For more information on PRF, visit the Peace Research Facility page.
