NEWS
- Information Technology Symposium at World Bank Headquarters in Washington D.C.
- Click here to find information about the Ethiopian Millennium in Washington DC
- International Poetry Contest for Ethiopian children
- Book your hotel room in Washington DC for the millennium celebrations taking advantage of our discounted deal
- Download a both registratibon form for the Washington DC Ethiopian Millennium events
Check this page for the latest news. - Ethiopians will celebrate the dawning of a new millennium
In a few months, Ethiopians will celebrate the dawning of a new millennium. It is equally exciting and humbling to find oneself at this juncture of Ethiopian history. It is exciting because we are part of the unique Ethiopian/human civilization since the time of Lucy/Dinqnesh and are coming up to close another millennium.
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It is also exciting to know that we are the only nation on earth with our own calendar and the welcoming of another millennium that is intimately ours. Yet again the coming of the new millennium is humbling. It is humbling because although so much has been accomplished in the millennium to pass, Ethiopians face daunting challenges from the onset in the millennium come.
Thus, recognizing that the coming New Year is distinct and needs to be accepted with confidence, a committee is organized in Washington D.C. to celebrate the Year 2000 E.C. The Committee for the Celebration of the Ethiopian Millennium (CCEM) is comprised of active community members from diverse backgrounds throughout North America in order to lead a nation-wide celebration, reflection and resolution on the welcoming of the Ethiopian Year 2000.
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Ethiopia in the dawn of the third Millennium: Reflections on our Country’s Past and its Future – Challenges & Opportunities
As part of the events organized by the Council for Ethiopian Millennium Celebration Council in Washington DC, USA, from September 7 to September 12, 2007, several prominent scholars, professionals, and experts, both Ethiopians and friends of Ethiopia--from Europe, Canada, and various states of the US-- will gather in Washington DC to participate in a Symposium: “Ethiopia in the dawn of the 3rd Millennium: Reflections on our Country’s Past and its Future”. The Symposium will be held from September 8-9, 2007 at Howard University in Washington, DC.
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"Ethiopian Millennium Day" Proclaimed by Mayor Adrian M. Fenty of D.C.
CCEM Press Release,
July 20, 2007
Washington D.C. -- Mayor Adrian Fenty of Washington D.C. proclaimed September 12, 2007 as the “Ethiopian Millennium Day”. In recognition of the multiculturalism and diversity of the Ethiopian Community in Washington D.C., Mayor Fenty called upon all of the District’s residents to join him in this special recognition.
Spearheaded by the Committee for the Celebration of the Ethiopian Millennium (CCEM), the effort of getting recognition and proclamation from this important city has been going on for months. As a hub of thousands of Ethiopians, Washington D.C. is the heart of the Ethiopian Diaspora and Mayor Fenty recognized that the Ethiopians in his city give his District its distinct ethnic flavor.
Based on CCEM’s five-day long Ethiopian New Year celebration from September 8-12, and that of other groups, the Mayor said, “Members from Ethiopian American Communities and Community Based Organizations will organize lectures, exhibitions and cultural programs”. In its five-days long Millennium celebration, CCEM is in high gear preparation to hold its multifaceted symposium, photograph and art exhibition, cultural and contemporary musical gala and a day of "March for Democracy", calling for Peace, justice, and Progress for the people of Ethiopia in the coming Millennium.
Less than two months away, the Millennium celebration in Washington D.C. is gaining momentum. And, the Mayor Adrian Fenty's recognition comes off the hill of a successful dinner held on July 13, 2007 at the U.S. Congress attended by the Honorable Donald Payne (D--NJ), representatives from the office of the Honorable Chris Smith (R--NJ) and Honorable Mike Honda (D--CA). CCEM expects subsequent resolution regarding the Millennium Celebration from members of the US Congress,
UPDATE: The Committee for the Celebration of the Ethiopian Millennium (CCEM) expects thousands of Ethiopians—young and old alike -- to come to Washington D.C. from September 8 – 12, 2007. CCEM is working tirelessly to make the occasion very especial. Click here to see the Proclamation Certificate.
Selam For Ethiopia calls for 3 days prayer & fast
The date of the Three-Days Prayer and Fasting for Ethiopia is finally set from September 6 to 8, with optional extension to 11, 2007. To Pray and Fast for Ethiopia means, to prioritize the Transformation of Oneself back to the True Ethiopianness of the Holy Covenant through REPENTANCE. .. The sole purpose of the Message is to designate a Three Days Period of Fasting and Prayer before the end of the current Ethiopian year, for the peace and well-being of the world in general, but more importantly for Ethiopia in particular...
Peace for Ethiopia . . .
PROGRAMS
The Committee for the Celebration of the Ethiopian Millennium is working on many events in different venues from September 8 – 12, 2007 around the Washington DC area. CCEM is comprised of representatives of various members of the Ethiopian community in North America—especially the community in Washington DC area. CCEM based in Washington DC area will oversea activities around the celebration and the Executive Committee will communicate with members in various states.
Celebration activities:
- Symposium: Under the theme of "Reflections on the Millennium and Lights into the Future", scholars in various fields are invited to partake in assessing our past, present and shed some light what ought to be expected of Ethiopia and Ethiopians in the new millennium;
- Musical Gala: In what will be one of the most extraordinary coordination and collaboration of many Ethiopian artists, a musical celebration of Ethiopian cultural and modern music and dance will be in display;
- Football Competition: In cooperation with Ethiopian soccer clubs in North America, a mini-soccer competition is in the making;
- Prayer Vigil: In collaboration with the many faiths of Ethiopia, this event will mark a program of prayer for Ethiopia and Ethiopians as we embark on a new millennium;
- Demonstration and Parade: There will be a public parade and demonstration of hope for a "Democratic Millennium in Ethiopia". Unlike demonstrations against certain events, this parade and gathering will be a coming together of thousands of Ethiopians to show their best wishes to Ethiopia and Ethiopians for democracy, peace, justice, good governance, economic and social elevation in the coming millennium.
In addition to events organized by the Committee for the Celebration of the Ethiopian Millennium in Washington DC, interested groups including civic, political and religious organizations will hold their programs of celebrations concurrently. In order to best coordinate all events surrounding our New Year, CCEM encourages interested organizations to contact us at info@ethiopianmillennium.com
And, groups and organizations that have plans to have other occasions and events in the summer of 2007 are highly encourage to consider moving the dates and venues of their events to coincide with the Millennium celebration in Washington D.C. CCEM wants September 8 - 12, 2007 to be a show of solidarity and strength of the Ethiopian Diaspora in the heart of the most powerful capital city in the world.
What Can You Do to Help?
As individual or group, come to Washington DC for September 8 – 12, 2007. Get the word out!
It takes a considerable financial strength to pull of a celebration of this magnitude. In order to cover costs associated with the events, the following are planned:
- Request members of the Ethiopian business community in North America to sponsor the event;
- Buy advertisement spots on a "Millennium Magazine" and this website;
- Buy the Millennium Bumper stickers, T- shirts, key chains, buttons, etc from this website;
- Participate in the purchase of the Millennium Raffle Ticket to be drawn in Washington DC;
- Donation as individual, group, business or organization using CCEM's PayPal system in this website.
See You in DC!