Biography

Birhan Zewde Mersha is a Civil Engineer and CorpsAfrica Volunteer driven by a passion for community development and service. A graduate of Bule Hora University, she gained practical experience managing construction and cobblestone paving projects, where she developed skills in project coordination, problem-solving, and working closely with communities.

Her journey with CorpsAfrica has expanded her understanding of development beyond technical solutions. Through intensive pre-service training in Asset-Based Community Development, Human-Centered Design, and community-based practice, Birhan learned the importance of listening to communities, understanding their priorities, and building on the strengths and resources they already have.

With her engineering background and growing understanding of community-led development, Birhan looks forward to working alongside rural communities to identify local priorities, explore practical solutions, and turn community ideas into meaningful action. For her, volunteering is an opportunity to use her knowledge not simply to build structures, but to contribute to stronger, more resilient communities.