Join the University Sunrise Rotary Club for a program featuring Lidet Gezahegne.
The program will be presented in-person and on Zoom on Thursday morning informally beginning at 7 a.m. The formal meeting including the program runs from 7:30-8:30 a.m. No registration is required, and the program is free.
The in-person meeting will be at the Wedgwood Community Church at 8201 30th Ave NE, Seattle.
The meeting will also be available via Zoom. You can click here to join the Zoom meeting.
Thanks to Victoria Wenick for organizing this program.
Lidet Gezahegne is the Community Support Program Coordinator for IRC WA, where she plays a pivotal role in connecting local communities with refugee families. Originally from Ethiopia, Lidet has spent most of her life in the Seattle area, where she has developed a deep commitment to supporting refugees. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Washington and went on to complete a Master’s in Public Policy from George Mason University. Since 2015, Lidet has been dedicated to working with refugees locally and has been a valuable member of the IRC team since May 2023.
Program Description:
The Community Support Groups program connects refugee families with local community groups to successfully integrate into their new communities. Volunteers assist with initial resettlement tasks, language practice, in-kind donations, and community integration through our Direct Support Groups. Donation Support Groups focus on organizing fundraising events, building donor relationships, and securing necessary resources. Join us in making a significant impact by transforming the lives of newly arrived refugees and building a stronger community together!
