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UNHCR Ethiopia - Amhara Region: Thematic Factsheet - Livelihood and Environment (June 2026)
By UN High Commissioner for Refugees at ReliefWeb
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
Countries: Ethiopia, Eritrea, South Sudan, Sudan . Livelihood Highlights UNHCR and its partners support livelihood interventions in Alemwach and Aftit settlements to strengthen refugees’ self-reliance, economic inclusion, and resilience while promoting shared economic opportunities with host communi
Key takeaway In Alemwach, both refugees and host community have benefited from livelihood initiatives implemented through World Bank-funded projects and partner organizations.
Why this matters
The livelihood and environment initiatives in Ethiopia's Amhara Region demonstrate a multifaceted approach to supporting refugees and host communities. By focusing on skills development, economic inclusion, and access to financial services, UNHCR and its partners aim to foster long-term economic self-sufficiency. The involvement of organizations such as the World Bank and EU INTPA highlights the collaborative effort to address the complex challenges posed by displacement. The planned tree-planting initiative, part of the Green Legacy Initiative, underscores the recognition of environmental protection as a critical component of sustainable development and peaceful coexistence. As the situation in the region continues to evolve, it will be crucial to monitor the impact of these initiatives on both refugees and host communities, and to assess the potential for scaling up successful programs to other areas affected by displacement. Effective environmental management and ecological recovery will be essential to ensuring the longevity of these efforts.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Countries: Ethiopia, Eritrea, South Sudan, Sudan . Livelihood Highlights UNHCR and its partners support livelihood interventions in Alemwach and Aftit settlements to strengthen refugees’ self-reliance, economic inclusion, and resilience while promoting shared economic opportunities with host communi
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