Violence against women and children is a world phenomenon that is increasing at an alarmingrnrate. To respond to this horrifying action countries are devising a mechanism that providesrnmulti-sectoral case management for survivors including health, welfare, counseling, and legalrnservices with a single site called a one-stop center. This research was conducted with thernprincipal aim of examining the status of one-stop service centers and explores the positivernactions and challenges ensuring effective one-stop service that assists the Ethiopian criminalrnjustice administration. The researcher used qualitative analysis methodology that incorporatesrnqualitative information assortment and each doctrinal and non-doctrinal approach. The paperrnfound out that one-stop centers in Ethiopia try to give the intended service though, it is notrnsatisfactory and most of the centers lack adequate trained human resources, required facility,rnand lack of institutional attention. The writer also recommends for improvement of a legalrnframework, trained personnel, adequate budget and equipment, and experience sharing.