Ethiopia

Helawi Sewnet Beshah is an architect that researches and lectures for the Ethiopian Institute of Architecture, Building Construction and City Development (EiABC).  For the last seven years he has researched and conducted experiments focusing on innovative, green, and affordable housing alternatives and constructing prototype buildings for lower income neighborhoods in Ethiopia. Helawi Sewnet Beshah is… read more »

Hilina Berhanu Degefa has four years’ experience as a women’s rights advocate. She has been working in the area of human rights for women with a particular focus on grassroots advocacy, gender-based violence, and empowerment of women in educational institutions. She is co-founder of the Yellow Movement AAU and Women for Change in Ethiopia as… read more »

Tsion Bergano is a legal professional, currently working as a legal intern in the African Union Commission’s Office of the Legal Counsel. She is also a lead coordinator at Ignite the Youth Africa,Ethiopia a virtual platform for young Africans to affect change through online activism. Tsion Demissie Bergano has a Bachelor of Laws from Debremarkos… read more »

Mehret Equbay Berehe has over four years of experience as a women’s rights activist. She currently works as a Civic and Ethical Education Instructor at the International Leadership Academy of Ethiopia and is a Campaign Organizer for the Yellow Movement AAU. As a civics teacher, she has encouraged a Socrates-style of teaching by pushing her… read more »

Kalkidan Lakew Belayneh is a medical doctor and an advocate with over six years of experience in public health advocacy, focusing on reproductive health. Currently, she is working as the medical director of a rural government hospital, where she oversees all clinical activities. She also helped to establish some departments within the hospital.Kalkidan Lakew Belaynehis… read more »

Hana Bekele Ayele has over 7 years’ experience in the area of disability, particularly in leadership positions and the teaching of basic computer skills for blind persons. At present, she is working as general manager in the Ethiopian National Disability Action Network, where she gives due attention to strengthening collaboration and creating a united voice… read more »

Bezawit Zerayacob Bekele is an architect and researcher. Currently, Bezawit is a junior architect at the Extudio 35 Architectural consultancy and a researcher studying vernacular architecture and sustainable building techniques of selected regions in Ethiopia. Bezawit focuses on introducing environmentally sustainable building practices in Ethiopia. She also actively participates in her community by volunteering for… read more »

Alemayehu Begna Hordofa has over four years of experience in the legal profession. Currently, Alemayehu is serving his country as a federal public prosecutor in Ethiopia’s Attorney General Office. In this capacity, Alemayehu supervises and directs criminal investigation work, institutes criminal case charges representing the federal government of Ethiopia, litigates criminal matters entertained by federal… read more »

Bzuayehu Shiferaw has over seven years of experience in the academic sector as a lecturer in the field of business management, and three years of experience as an entrepreneurship trainer. Currently, Bzuayehu is a Lecturer at Hawassa University, where she focuses on giving course lectures, undertaking different researches, and advising students. Apart from her regular… read more »

Darara Mole has five years of experience working in community development. Currently, he serves as a Program Coordinator with the Harmee Education for Development Association, an organization that works with women, children, youth, and people with disabilities located in rural areas in Ethiopia. Darara Mole Banti is also chairman of the Youth for Action and… read more »

Tewodros Tsegaye Ayele is a medical doctor, consultant internist, and public health specialist with more than seven years of experience. He is currently an assistant professor at Gondar University, Ethiopia, rendering academic, research, clinical, and community services. He is also the Secretary General of the Ethiopian Medical Association. In addition, he has founded a charity… read more »

Kalkidan Ayele has over three years’ experience in disabled and deaf women’s empowerment and HIV/Aids prevention particularly. Currently, Kalkidan is a manager for the Ethiopian National Association of the Deaf where she focuses on promoting sign language and advocates for a better life for the deaf in Ethiopia. Kalkidan Getaneh Ayele manages different projects and… read more »

Addis Abera Ayalew has a decade-long experience in different public enterprises operating in areas of agro-industry, maritime and logistics services, commodity exchanges, and agricultural transformation. Addis’ professional experiences and skills primarily include market research, product development, strategic planning, and project management. Currently, he is a project officer of the Rural Financial Services Program at the… read more »

Wengel Tessmea Ayalew is from Ethiopia and has a bachelor’s degree in Foreign Languages and Literature and a master’s degree in Media Ethics. Wengel is currently working with an international organization as a Program Coordinator in Migration for development. The topic of migration is important to Wengel and to her country. Ethiopia ranks among the… read more »

Yordanos Awoke has one year of experience as a Neurosurgeon. Currently, Yordanos is an Assistant Professor at Hawassa University Comprehensive Hospital,Ethiopia. which focuses on providing neurosurgical care for trauma patients and those with spina bifida. Yordanos Ashagre Awokehas completed her specialty training in neurosurgery and her doctoral degree. Upon completion of the Mandela Washington Fellowship,… read more »