TDVA Distributes 600 Prosthetic Hands to War Amputees through International Partnership
Mekelle, Ethiopia – September 21, 2024
The Tigray Disabled Veterans Association (TDVA) has transformed lives by distributing 600 advanced prosthetic hands to survivors of genocide and war injuries, thanks to a partnership with Sunrise Ethiopia Development Program and LN-4 Prosthetic Foundation.
Key Details
✋ Recipients:
- Veterans and civilians who lost hands in the Tigray genocide (2020-2022)
- Includes 42 women survivors of gender-based violence
🔄 Technology:
- LN-4’s low-cost, durable mechanical hands
- No batteries/surgery required
- 30-minute fitting process
🤝 Partners Present:
- Sunrise Ethiopia representatives
- Tigray Regional Health Bureau
- TDVA Ortho-Physiotherapy Center staff
Ceremony Highlights
🗣️ TDVA Director’s Statement:
“These hands restore not just function, but dignity. One recipient told us, ‘Now I can hug my children properly again.'”
💡 Innovation Spotlight:
The LN-4 design allows:
- Gripping tools for farming/shops
- Writing and self-care tasks
- 10+ year lifespan per device
