The Ethiopian Community Development Council (ECDC) hosts an annual Refugees First Thanksgiving Dinner for new arrivals to our country. This was the first full such gathering since the Covid-19 pandemic began in 2020.
Several hundred people, including the refugee guests and many community volunteers, attended. The demand was so great that there were two full settings so that all who were hungry and wished to celebrate together could participate.Most of the new families were from Afghanistan, plus a number also hailing from Congo, El Salvador, and war-torn Ukraine. All were made to feel welcome.
Greetings were made by ECDC director Dr. Tsehaye Teffera and Arlington County Board member Takis Krantonis. Entertainment was provided by a jazz musician and a Ukrainian singer
Thanks to Lullit Paulos, Dr. Teferra, and all the dedicated staff at ECDC for their important and kind work for our community.
Photography by Lloyd Wolf.
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| ECDC director Dr. Tsehaye Teffera |
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| Ukrainian singer |
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