Women and Social Affairs
Executive

Mr. Lamesgin Ayele
Executive Head
Presidential Office

Woynshet Mengistu

Women and Social Affairs Mainstreaming Executive

About Us

The Women and Social Affairs Office promotes gender equality, women’s empowerment, social inclusion, student and staff welfare, and protection from discrimination, harassment, and gender-based violence.

The office works to create a safe, inclusive and supportive academic environment for women and other vulnerable members of the university community.

Core Responsibilities

  • Promoting Gender Equality
  • Women’s Empowerment and Leadership
  • Prevention of Gender-Based Violence and Sexual Harassment
  • Student Welfare and Social Support
  • Awareness Creation and Training
  • Policy Development and Implementation
  • Coordination and Partnership
  • Support for Students with Disabilities

Capacity Building

Capacity building strengthens the knowledge, skills, systems, resources, and institutional mechanisms needed to effectively promote gender equality, social inclusion, protection, and the well-being of students and staff.

  • Strengthening professional skills of executives
  • Addressing gender inequality and discrimination
  • Strengthening prevention and response mechanisms
  • Promoting women’s participation in leadership and research
  • Developing gender-responsive planning and reporting
  • Strengthening stakeholder coordination

Our Commitment

The Women and Social Affairs Office is committed to promoting gender equality, women’s empowerment, social inclusion, equal opportunities, and the well-being and protection of all members of the university community.

Expected Outcomes

Improved gender equality and inclusion
Reduced gender-based violence and harassment
Increased awareness of women’s rights
Strengthened referral and support systems
Better participation of women in leadership
Improved institutional policies and practices

Contact Us

  • Office Women and Social Affairs
  • University Dire Dawa University
  • Email Fevena2020@gmail.com
  • Phone +251 913 991 095
  • Website www.ddu.edu.et

Our Focus

Creating an inclusive university environment where women and socially vulnerable members of the university community have equal opportunities, protection, support, and meaningful participation.