Serve Ethiopians Washington (SEW) is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit established during the challenging period of the COVID-19 pandemic for the specific and primary purpose of reducing the negative health, social, and economic impacts of COVID-19 on Ethiopian and other East African refugee and immigrant communities in King County.
In response to the changing needs in our communities following the lessening impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have broadened the scope of our programs to encompass a range of community needs. We recognize the importance of addressing these pressing issues to foster holistic well-being and resilience among individuals and families. Our programs now include the following key areas: Basic Needs Resources for Children and Families, Youth Development, Workforce Development, Environmental Protection and Sustainability, and Social Programs for Seniors.
Our mission is to serve and empower Ethiopian and East African immigrant and refugee communities in King County. We strive to provide comprehensive support, resources, and opportunities that foster their integration, well-being, and self-sufficiency irrespective of political ideology, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. Through culturally sensitive programs and services, we aim to address their unique needs, promote social inclusion, and advocate for their rights. Our commitment is to build a resilient and thriving community where every individual can fulfill their potential and contribute to the diverse fabric of our society.
SEW envisages a strong vibrant Ethiopian and East African community that will be an
integral part of the increasingly diversified American society.
Board of Directors
Serawit Abebe (Chairman of the Board).
- Graduate of the University of San Francisco School of Law. Currently, Owner and Manager of Law Firms based in Seattle and New York.
Endrias Abera (Board Member)
- Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Washington Working at UW Medicine
Samson Stefanos (Board Member)
- Graduate of Harvard Extension School and University of Massachusetts, now a Real Estate
Investor.
Medhanit Adamu (Board Member)
- Civil Rights Investigator, Seattle Office for Civil Rights
PhD Candidate, UW School of Law
Adisu Fanta (Board Member)
- Real Estate Broker, RELATOR in Washington State
Tamirat Alula (Board Member)
- MRI Technologist at Providence Medical Center Everett, Washington
Staff Members
Armaye Eshete (Executive Director)
- Graduated in Sociology and worked at different non-profit organizations.
Negessa Dube (Program Manager)
- MA in American Legal Studies
Kibrome Feleke (Program Advisor)
- MA in Counseling Psychology, MPhil in Administrative Science, worked as a Teacher,
Counselor and Social Worker in different organizations.
Alehegn Dagnachew (IT and Website Admin)
- Software Engineer and Website Developer
Wassihun Ketema (Volunteer Coordinator)
- Volunteer
Volunteers
