Who we are

Built by the community, for the community.

TigrayHub was founded with one belief: that Tigray's greatest resource is its people. We exist to connect, empower, and amplify them.

Our Mission

To rebuild Tigray through innovation, solidarity, and smart collaboration.

TigrayHub began as a small gathering of diaspora members and local leaders who asked a simple question: what would it look like to truly mobilize Tigray's talent toward its own rebuilding?

The answer became TigrayHub — an organization that incubates projects, amplifies advocacy, and now builds the platforms that will connect Tigrayan professionals and innovators with the resources, recognition, and opportunities they deserve.

Social Innovation

Community-led solutions

Incubation

Mentorship and resources

Advocacy

A global voice for Tigray

Digital Platforms

TigrayPitch & TigrayJobs

What we stand for

Our Values

Community First

Every decision is measured against the wellbeing and empowerment of the Tigrayan community — locally and in the diaspora.

Radical Innovation

We believe transformative change comes from bold, creative thinking — not incremental fixes. We invest in ideas that rethink the possible.

Radical Transparency

We operate in the open. Our processes, decisions, and progress are shared with the community we serve.

Global Reach, Local Roots

Tigray is our home, but our network is worldwide. We build bridges between the diaspora and the homeland.

The team

The People Behind TigrayHub

A diverse, passionate group of Tigrayans and friends of Tigray working across time zones to build something meaningful.

MF

Merhawi Fissehaye

Founder & Director

CL

Community Lead

Programs & Outreach

TL

Tech Lead

Platform Engineering

DL

Design Lead

Brand & Experience

Our Journey

From Vision to Reality

A look at the milestones that shaped TigrayHub and the exciting chapters ahead.

Founding2020

TigrayHub Founded

A small group of diaspora members and local leaders came together with a shared vision: to build a platform for Tigrayan innovation and advocacy.

Milestone2021

First Incubation Cohort

Launched our inaugural incubation program with 5 early-stage projects, providing mentorship, resources, and community backing.

Milestone2021

Advocacy Campaigns Launched

Started coordinated global advocacy campaigns drawing international attention to the humanitarian crisis in Tigray.

Milestone2022

Media Platform Expanded

Grew our media presence with regular publications, podcasts, and a forum for young Tigrayans to share perspectives across the diaspora.

Milestone2023

1,000+ Members Milestone

Reached over a thousand active community members spanning 12 countries, cementing TigrayHub as a truly global community.

Upcoming2024

TigrayPitch Announced

Unveiled plans for TigrayPitch — a dedicated video pitch platform for entrepreneurs to present ideas, track progress, and earn endorsements.

Upcoming2024

TigrayJobs Announced

Announced TigrayJobs, a curated talent marketplace connecting skilled Tigrayan professionals with clients globally.

Want to get involved?

Whether you have a project idea, a skill to contribute, or just want to stay in the loop — we would love to hear from you.