CEE facilitated a comprehensive lesson-learning initiative centered on NED-funded policy advocacy projects. This effort included organizing workshops for Community-Based Networks (CBNs) and conducting targeted one-day visits to each of five selected woredas. The primary aim of these visits was to support the CBNs in crafting well-informed advocacy plans tailored to address specific policy development needs within the region. By combining interactive workshops with on-site engagement, the initiative sought to enhance the CBNs’ understanding of policy processes, foster collaboration, and empower them to effectively advocate for transformative policy changes that align with the region’s developmental goals.