by Ronnie EstoqueFor more than eight years, the Ethiopian Community in Seattle (ECS), an organization that provides various services to Ethiopian immigrants transitioning to the U.S., has worked arduously on the development of the Ethiopian Village on Rainier Avenue. Having the space will give us a number of opportunities to continue what we’ve been doing, as well as to add more in consultation with our community,” Benalfew said. I would like to really appreciate the dedication and the resilience of the community,” Benalfew said. According to Benalfew, there are still apartments available for occupancy; those interested can apply on the Ethiopian Village webpage. 📸 Featured Image: Sophia Benalfew, executive director of the Ethiopian Community in Seattle, outside the new center at the Ethiopian Village.

Source: Ethiopian News September 12, 2023 12:03 UTC