Cherinet Hariffo
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Cherinet Alem Hariffo | |
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 Hariffo advocating for African youth at the UNDESA in 2022 | |
| Nationality | Ethiopian |
| Other names | Cherinet Alem |
| Education | Temple University (BA) |
| Occupation(s) | Ambassador, Permanent Observer of IGAD, Education and Refugee Advocate |
| Notable work | Young Education Champion |
Cherinet Hariffo (born June 2, 2001) is an Ethiopian social activist currently based in the United States. He established Human Rights Global, an NGO that offers advice and advocacy for people fleeing their native nations.[citation needed]
Hariffo has participated in global protests and activism against genocide and human rights violations. He has also worked extensively on assisting refugees in Nairobi, Kenya.
Early life
[edit]Hariffo has been involved in the United Nations Youth Program[1] and several local advocacy programs from a young age.
Hariffo is involved in the UNICEF Unite program that works with youth in the United States, Africa, and Europe. He has also advocated for the prevention of child trafficking in Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia, and Eritrea. He also focuses on the Tigray crisis[2][3] in Ethiopia.[4]
References
[edit]- ^ "United Nations For Youth | Youth". www.un.org.
- ^ "Renewed Ethiopia-Tigray W@r: Clashes In Northern Region Despite Peace Pleas" – via www.youtube.com.
- ^ "Eye on Tigray hosted by Cherinet Hariffo | Hosting and Scripts". December 23, 2020.
- ^ "Tigray Crisis Action Committee led by Cherinet Hariffo".