Biography

Freweini Birhane is a dedicated Electrical and Computer Engineering graduate with a strong interest in technology, community development, and humanitarian service. Her journey has been shaped by perseverance, resilience, and a deep commitment to making a positive contribution to the communities around her. Despite facing difficult circumstances and interruptions to her education and personal life, she remained determined to pursue her studies and professional goals, strengthening her adaptability and commitment to helping others.

Beyond her academic background, Freweini brings valuable experience in humanitarian and community-based work through her two years of Volunteer service with the Danish Refugee Council (DRC). This experience helped her develop strong skills in communication, teamwork, community engagement, and problem-solving while working with people from diverse backgrounds and in challenging circumstances.

As a CorpsAfrica/Ethiopia Volunteer, Freweini is passionate about Community-Led Development and believes that sustainable development comes from working with communities rather than doing things for them. She aims to support communities in identifying their priorities, recognizing their strengths, and developing locally relevant solutions. Through her service, she hopes to combine her technical knowledge, humanitarian experience, and commitment to community development to contribute to meaningful and sustainable positive change.