Phone +447578007048 /+447549895830
34 landos court, Manchester, M40 7WT.
Welcome ሠላም ጤና ይስጥልኘ
Empowering Belonging. Celebrating Heritage.
Welcome message from Trustees
A warm welcome to you all!
I am proud to serve the Ethiopian community of Greater Manchester. If you ever feel lost we aim to be your home, to support each other, to offer a friendly shoulder, practical advice, celebrate our different cultures and traditions and provide a sense of belonging- a community to be a fully rounded person in.\
Genet Travis
Treasurer
Hello and a warm welcome to the Ethiopian Community Association in Manchester!
We are here to connect, support, and celebrate our vibrant Ethiopian community.
Explore our website, stay updated on events, and be part of building a strong, inclusive future together.
We’re excited to have you with us!
Warm regards,
Masresha Getahun Wondmu
Secretary Trustee
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Masresha GETAHUN WONDMU
Creative producer, Performer, workshop facilitator, Trainer, Coach and Choreographer.
BA in Business Management (UK NARIC Level 5), Skilled Vocational Trainer and Wealth of Experience in various creatives industry–music, circus, dance, theatre and film.
Akilil
Auditor
chris
Community engagement and
public relationship
LuelsegedMogos
Chair
Our team is committed to providing a supportive environment and valuable services to our community members.
We take pride in our unique approach and the significant impact we create through our initiatives. Learn more about our journey and the difference we aim to make.
We are a community of care, connection, and cultural celebration.
Our Potential for Impact
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💬 Create spaces for meaningful connection and dialogue
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💼 Equip individuals with the tools to find employment and independence
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🎉 Elevate cultural identity and community pride
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🤝 Foster partnerships that lead to systemic change
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🌱 Support long-term wellbeing, belonging, and integration
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🧭 Influence policy and social attitudes toward migration and inclusion
Our story
organisational structure
Organisational Structure and Team Skills
As a new community organisation, we are small but driven by passionate individuals with direct connections to refugee and asylum-seeker communities in Greater Manchester. Our team includes founding members, volunteers, and trustees who bring lived experience as refugees, as well as skills in community organising, advocacy, language support, and mental health awareness.
Our structure is community-led and collaborative:
· Board of Trustees: Provides strategic oversight, bringing expertise in non-profit governance, community development, and personal migration experiences.
· Volunteer Coordinator: Manages volunteer recruitment, training, and coordination to ensure activities run smoothly.
· Outreach & Support Volunteers: Many of our volunteers are refugees or asylum seekers themselves, which helps foster trust and enables culturally sensitive, peer-led support.
· Project Leads: Individuals with specific skills (e.g., ESOL tutoring, mental health support) who guide the design and delivery of core activities like language classes, well-being sessions, and cultural events.
Although we are still growing, we are committed to building capacity through ongoing volunteer development and working closely with external partners to complement our internal skills.
Founded by and for the community, GMEA has grown into a trusted support system and cultural hub. From organizing grassroots events to helping individuals navigate life in a new country, we are building bridges and changing lives.