Preparation for Queen Sheba Reunion is in a High Gear!
Preparations for Queen Sheba annual Reunion is set for ሰነ 18 - 24/2004 or June 25 – July 1/2012 in high gear with a complete daily line-up of events like: Great Run, Concerts, Panel discussion/ Seminars and many more. The 2012 Reunion Weekend has something for everyone, please plan ahead: Reserve your vacation, Book your ticket, Tell Family/friends to join u…. You are all invited! ......See You in Adwa:)
Sustainable Local Development:
The Revitalization of the town of Adwa (Ethiopia)through
Community-based Endogenous Projects
Over the years, either self-initiated or by funding from development agencies, a number of developing countries have implemented various programs to tackle poverty. This case study was inspired by the One Village One Product (OVOP) movement initiated in the Oita Prefecture region of Japan and successfully transferred to other developed or developing countries through the initiative of local talents, the emancipation of local wisdom, the participation of local people, the rediscovering of indigenous products (services or history), and viable entrepreneurship. As a result, local communities were able to create job opportunities and generate income to improve the livelihoods of the poor segments of their population. Given the positive aspects of the OVOP movement, some possible community-based endogenous projects have been suggested to revitalize the town of Adwa, Tigrai, Ethiopia.
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Presentation to help you better understand the current situation at Queen Sheba School and the education system in Ethiopia that was unveiled by Chairman Getachew Belay, the current Chairman of Addis Abeba QSSA&F-I on his Washington DC trip:
The Town of Adwa in Tigrai State in northern Ethiopia
Based on artifacts and historical relics, the ancient town of Adwa can be defined as the cradle of African civilization. Available archaeological evidence clearly shows that the town of Adwa is one of the principle homes of the legend of Queen Sheba, mother of King Menelik I, the son of King Solomon (Abraham, 1996). The town of Adwa which is surrounded by sharp and crusty mountains is better known for the great Ethiopian tradition of heroism
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Thank You for Coming to The 2011 Reunions!
Thank you all for attending the 2011 annual QSSAF-I Alumni Reunion Reception. It was indeed a pleasure watching you all reconnect with each other. We are happy to share our 2011 Annual Report. You may press the links below to read the full report:
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Over the years, either self-initiated or by funding from development agencies, a number of developing countries have implemented various programs to tackle poverty. This case study was inspired by the One Village One Product (OVOP) movement initiated in the Oita Prefecture region of Japan and successfully transferred to other developed or developing countries through the initiative of local talents, the emancipation of local wisdom, the participation of local people, the rediscovering of indigenous products (services or history), and viable entrepreneurship. As a result, local communities were able to create job opportunities and generate income to improve the livelihoods of the poor segments of their population. Given the positive aspects of the OVOP movement, some possible community-based endogenous projects have been suggested to revitalize the town of Adwa, Tigrai, Ethiopia.