The People

MEET THE TEAM

A collective of students, alumni, and professionals committed to academic excellence and cultural connection.

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Haleluya Tesfamariam
Founder

Haleluya founded EEUAE to bridge the gap for first-generation Eritrean and Ethiopian students navigating higher education in the United States. Driven by personal experience and community passion, she built this organization from the ground up.

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Sara Berhe
Director of Publications

Sara leads the editorial vision of EEUAE's publications, ensuring every article is culturally resonant, academically rigorous, and accessible in multiple languages.

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Robsan Feyissa
Program Manager

Robsan oversees the planning and execution of EEUAE's core programs, coordinating between teams to ensure every initiative delivers meaningful impact for students.

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Miriam Haile
Community Lead

Miriam builds and nurtures the EEUAE community, fostering connections between students, alumni, and mentors across the country.

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Yonas Kifle
Tech & Design

Yonas shapes the digital presence of EEUAE, from web design to visual identity, ensuring the brand communicates excellence at every touchpoint.

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Liya Mehari
Outreach Coordinator

Liya drives EEUAE's external partnerships and student outreach, expanding the organization's reach to new campuses and communities.

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Abel Tesfaye
Content Strategist

Abel develops EEUAE's content strategy, ensuring that every piece of media — from articles to social posts — serves the mission and resonates with the audience.

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Meliha Abdo
Research Team

Meliha conducts research to inform EEUAE's programs and publications, ensuring the organization's work is grounded in data and student needs.

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Ammanuel Hankamo
Research Team

Ammanuel supports EEUAE's research initiatives, contributing to the evidence base that shapes programming and policy recommendations.

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