Aurora Ethiopian leader set on writing his community's story
Summary
Samuel GebreMichael, an Ethiopian immigrant living in Aurora, Colorado, helps other immigrants and refugees by supporting their businesses and organizing cultural events. He leads the Colorado Ethiopian Community and is involved in city groups focused on immigrant issues. Aurora is known for its large, diverse immigrant population and hosts the Global Fest festival celebrating different cultures.Key Facts
- Aurora, Colorado, is the most diverse city in the state with immigrants speaking 160 languages.
- Thousands of Ethiopian immigrants live in Aurora.
- Samuel GebreMichael immigrated to Aurora in 2006 and has a degree in literature.
- He started a graphic design business and helps other immigrant entrepreneurs like Jemile Bogale.
- GebreMichael serves on the Aurora Immigrant and Refugee Commission and leads the Colorado Ethiopian Community organization.
- He is organizing the Colorado Diasporic Film Festival to share immigrant stories.
- Aurora hosts the Global Fest festival annually to celebrate its international community.
- Local CBS Colorado reporters cover stories about Aurora and support events like Global Fest.
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