Meet Our Scholarship Participants

Meet Our Scholarship Participants: Inspiring Stories of Strength, Hope, and Determination

Welcome to EthioGBFF’s Scholarship Program – Where Dreams Become Reality

At the Ethiopian Girls’ Bright Future Fund (EthioGBFF), we proudly introduce our scholarship participants—remarkable young women from remote, low-income communities across Ethiopia. With immense determination, these aspiring leaders break barriers and work toward a brighter future. Your support gives them the resources to succeed and positively impact their communities.

Transforming Lives Through Education and Empowerment

Our scholarship recipients embody EthioGBFF’s mission to empower Ethiopian girls through education. With dedicated financial support, one-on-one mentorship, and continuous guidance, these students have a rare opportunity to focus on their studies, overcome systemic challenges, and build a brighter future for themselves and others.

Resilience, Achievement, and the Power of Education

Each of our EthioGBFF scholars has a unique story of resilience and triumph over adversity. Despite immense obstacles, they pursue their dreams with inspiring dedication. With the support of EthioGBFF, they’re creating new opportunities for themselves, their families, and future generations of girls in Ethiopia.

Meet Our Scholarship Participants – A Story of Determination and Resilience

Tamer: Building Tech for Impact

A 3rd-year software engineering student at Bahir Dar University with a perfect 4.0 GPA, Tamer is developing tech solutions for real-world challenges. From mobile health apps to coding workshops for underserved youth, she’s shaping a future where technology empowers communities and includes everyone.

Teleka: Vision Beyond Sight

Despite her visual impairment, Teleka studies social science at Weldiya University with a 3.0 GPA. She is an advocate for disability rights and inclusion.

Haymanot: Rising Against the Odds

A 1st-year natural science student at Addis Ababa University with a 4.0 GPA, Haymanot was raised by a single mother working as a janitor. Her academic excellence reflects her dream to lift her family from poverty and inspire others from rural Wag.

Meseret: Future Health Leader

Meseret, from a farming family in Abergele, studies natural science at Hawassa University. With a 3.35 GPA, she is pursuing her dream of becoming a healthcare provider to serve her community.

Feven: Voice for Equity

Feven, from Sekota, is studying social science at Addis Ababa University with a 4.0 GPA. She’s passionate about community change and using public service to create a better future.

Netsanet: Breaking Barriers

Raised by a single mother who brewed local beer to support the family, Netsanet studies natural science at Wolayta Sodo University. Her journey is one of courage and hope.

Mesreye: Quiet Strength, Bright Future

Mesreye studies natural science at Bahir Dar University with a 2.57 GPA. Despite poverty and limited resources, she continues to push forward to change her life through education.

Mulu: Compassion in Action

From rural Abergele, Mulu is studying midwifery at Wollo University with a 3.2 GPA. Her goal is to serve mothers in remote areas and make childbirth safer for all.

Semira: Strength in Struggle

Semira, raised by a mother who begged for a living, studies natural science at Wollo University. Her 1.62 GPA reflects her uphill battle, but her determination remains strong.

Desta: Market to Midwife

Desta’s mother sold goods in the local market. Now in midwifery school at Wollo University, Desta is focused on giving back with a 2.7 GPA.

Rahel: Hope on the Margins

Rahel studies natural science at Weldiya University with a 2.16 GPA. Her story of persistence, despite poverty, inspires others to hold on to hope.

Abrehete: Breaking the Cycle

Born into a family of laborers in Sekota, Abrehete is now studying natural science at Haramaya University, determined to uplift herself and her community.

Adena: Rural Roots, Scientific Dreams

Adena, raised by a single mother farmer, is studying natural science at Bahir Dar University with a 2.5 GPA. She hopes to use science to solve rural challenges.

Sesen: Courage with Vision

Visually impaired and raised in poverty, Sesen studies social science at Wollo University with a 2.5 GPA. Her resilience lights the way for others with disabilities.

Zerfe: Engineering Hope

From Dehana, Zerfe is a 1st-year engineering student at Arba Minch University with a 3.33 GPA. Her dream is to build a better Ethiopia through technology.

Marta: Code with Compassion

Scoring 549 on her national exam, Marta is a top student in software engineering at Addis Ababa University with a 3.71 GPA. She is using tech to uplift others.

Hana: Innovating for Healing

Hana, a 3rd-year biomedical engineering student at Addis Ababa University with a 2.99 GPA, is committed to creating medical technologies for underserved communities.

Yitbarek: Turning Struggle into Purpose

Raised by a single mother in Sekota, Yitbarek Abebe scored 582 on Ethiopia’s national exam and now studies medicine at St. Paul’s. He aims to become a neurologist and mentor students from similar backgrounds.

Introducing Etsegenet: Sociology with Soul

Meet Etsegenet, who studies sociology at Mekelle University with a 3.63 GPA. She is passionate about amplifying the voices of rural women through education and advocacy.

Introducing Seble: A Determined Scholar Pursuing Dreams Against the Odds

Meet Seble, A 21-year-old scholar from a remote village in the Wag Himra Zone. With a dream of becoming an anesthesiologist, Seble is defying societal expectations and excelling in her second year of study. Her scholarship enables her to focus on her studies and achieve her aspirations.

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Introducing Hiwot: A Bright Scholar with a Vision for Economic Change

Meet Hiwot, a 19-year-old economics major driven by a vision of economic empowerment. Despite financial hardships, Hiwot thrives in her second year thanks to EthioGBFF’s support. She is determined to become an economist and make a difference in her community.

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Introducing Bezawit: A Beacon of Hope in Community Social Work

Meet Bezawit, A dedicated 19-year-old aspiring to specialize in community social work. With EthioGBFF’s backing, she’s excelling in her second year of studies, aiming to address poverty and inequality. Bezawit’s compassion and dedication are driving her to make a real impact on society.

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Introducing Metages: Empowering Women Through Compassionate Care

Meet Metages, A 20-year-old first-year student pursuing nursing to address maternal health challenges in her community. With aspirations to become an obstetric nurse, Metages is committed to reducing maternal mortality rates and ensuring women have access to compassionate care.

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Introducing Blen: Redefining Housewife Work with Passion and Excellence

 Meet Blen, a 20-year-old redefining the role of housewife. Excelling in her studies, Blen aims to elevate the value of home management and family care. Her scholarship allows her to pursue this vital profession with pride and dedication.

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Introducing Dagmawit B.: A Trailblazer in Materials Science and Engineering

 Meet Dagmawit B., A 20-year-old materials science major with a vision for groundbreaking innovation. Excelling in her studies, she aims to revolutionize her field by finding sustainable solutions to pressing global issues. Her scholarship supports her journey toward becoming a pioneering materials scientist.

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Introducing Melkam: A Rising Star in Neurological Physical Therapy

 Meet Melkam, a 20-year-old scholar specializing in neurological physical therapy. Passionate about helping those with neurological conditions, Melkam is dedicated to providing the highest-quality care. Her journey is an inspiring example of compassion and dedication to healthcare.

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Introducing Malefiya: A Trailblazer in Software Engineering

 Meet Malefiya, A 20-year-old future software engineer with a passion for technology. Malefiya sees software engineering as a tool for change and empowerment. Her scholarship supports her pursuit of technological excellence, where she plans to create transformative solutions.

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Introducing Hamelmal: Pioneering the Future of Information Systems

 Meet Hamelmal, A 20-year-old information systems major. Driven by a passion for problem-solving and innovation, she’s pursuing a path that will drive efficiency and connectivity across industries. EthioGBFF’s support is helping her realize her vision of an inclusive and tech-driven world.

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Introducing Dagmawit A.: A Visionary Architect Shaping the Future of Design

 Meet Dagmawit A., A 19-year-old architecture student focused on sustainable and impactful design. She is committed to creating spaces that inspire and uplift, so she aims to integrate sustainable practices into her work. EthioGBFF’s scholarship empowers her to pursue architectural excellence.

Why Supporting Girls’ Education Changes Lives

When you support girls’ education, you invest in a ripple effect of positive change that reaches families, communities, and generations. Educated girls are more likely to become leaders, create sustainable change, and uplift others. EthioGBFF is committed to empowering Ethiopia’s young women through scholarships, and with your support, we can reach even more deserving students.

Ways to Get Involved and Make a Difference

• Donate Today: Every dollar supports essentials like school supplies, transportation, and mentorship.
• Text to Give: Text “EthioGBFF” to 53555 to make a quick, secure donation and help transform lives.
• Sponsor a Scholarship: Become a long-term partner and follow a young woman’s educational journey toward success.

Your Support Makes Dreams Possible

Be part of EthioGBFF’s mission to empower Ethiopia’s next generation of female leaders. Your contribution, big or small, creates a brighter future.

Together, let’s unlock the potential of Ethiopia’s young women through education.