WELCOME
Welcome to Ethiopian Women in Energy Association
Join an energetic community of women who are changing the energy industry. Here, we unite, inspire, and empower one another to overcome challenges and accomplish more. We are creating a friendly atmosphere where all women can succeed and lead the charge in shaping the direction of energy with guidance and wisdom from skilled professionals.
The First Steps of Our Journey
Five Ethiopian women working in the energy sector came together in January 2019 with the goal of changing Ethiopia’s energy sector. They chose to take action by establishing the first association dedicated to strengthening women in the energy sector after seeing huge impact influence that women might have in this sector. In addition to showcasing their shared interests, their partnership cleared the way for more women to be represented and have more impact in energy-related fields.
WHERE WE ARE NOW
The Ethiopian Women in Energy Association (EWiEn) has a growing membership of over 530 professionals from across Ethiopia’s energy sector. Our diverse membership includes engineers, financial specialists, lawyers, technicians, entrepreneurs, and other energy professionals, all united by a shared commitment to advancing women’s participation, leadership, and opportunities in the energy sector and contributing to the continued growth of Ethiopia’s energy industry.
HOW WE OPERATE
EWiEn is governed by the executive committee, who are elected by the members during the annual general assembly.
The Executive Committee works closely with the staff to implement the decisions of the board and carry out the society’s activities.
OUR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Filagot Tesfaye
President
Kanchi Gashaw
Vice President
Nadia Ahmed
Treasurer
Gelila Woldeyohannes
Executive Committee Secretary
Meskerem Mulatu
Executive Committee Member
Linda Lapiso
Executive Committee Member
Hermela Gebreamlak
Executive Committee Member
Bezawit Mesfin
Executive Committe Member
The General Assembly Team
Yodit G/maryam
Chairperson
Amsalu Hundie
Vice Chairperson
Bezawit Mekonnen
GA Member
Demewez Demeke
Auditor
Yemisirach Worku
Ambassador
OUR PARTNERS
EWiEn aims to increase Ethiopian women’s participation and impact in the energy sector, fostering innovation and advancing the country’s economic and human development.