Honor Society® member
Ephrata Gezahegn Worku
program coordinator at MHSUA works directly with Mental health Service Users to advocate and improve the lives of people with mental health conditions. Developed and implemented mental health programs to increase awareness of mental health issues. Established collaborative relationships with community organizations to promote access to resources. Organized educational workshops on topics related to mental health and wellness
- Management
- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Ethiopia
Member since May 2024
About
I completed my undergraduate degree in management and returned to what I was passionate about, mental health, after a year of working in a leadership and entrepreneurship incubation center. Now, I work as a program coordinator for one of Ethiopia's unique mental health organizations.
Education
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St.Mary University
management
2017 – 2020
Honors and awards
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Best thesis
One notable thing to mention was my graduating thesis for my undergraduate degree, which was listed among the top 3 of the 2020 graduates. My thesis encompasses the analysis of monitoring and evaluation of World Food Programme projects in Ethiopia.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Program director for a philanthropic organization focusing on mental health funding in the global south area.
- Graduate school interests
Masters in International Disaster Psychology: Trauma and Global Mental Health
- Outside the classroom
Singing
Editing videos
Experience
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program coordinator
MHSUA works directly with Mental health Service Users to advocate and improve the lives of people with mental health conditions. Developed and implemented mental health programs to increase awareness of mental health issues. Established collaborative relationships with community organizations to promote access to resources. Organized educational workshops on topics related to mental health and wellness
Nov 2022 – Aug 2024
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ASSISTANT TRAINING FACILITATOR
Designed and delivered engaging, interactive training sessions to groups of up to 25 participants. Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop relevant content that aligned with organizational goals. Utilized a variety of instructional techniques such as role- playing exercises, case studies, simulations, and group activities.
Oct 2022 – Nov 2022
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TALENT DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
Created instructional materials such as PowerPoint presentations, job aids, and manuals for use in employee training sessions. Provided guidance on career paths and best practices for personal development plans. Coordinate the quarterly entrepreneurs magazine Cofacilitate monthly events
Jul 2019 – Sep 2022
Volunteering
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Student Coach
Child Development Training and Development Center
Mar 2022 – Nov 2022
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COO
Generation Empowerment International Holistic Ministry
Jan 2022 – Aug 2024
Languages
- English (US) Fluent
Additional information
Organizations
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Catalyst 2030
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Global Mental Health Action Network
