Meles
Zenawi, the late prime minister of Ethiopia, was a revolutionary leader who envisioned
a strong and developed Ethiopia. For days and nights, he researched strategies
and programs to end poverty in the country and advance a democratic Ethiopia. In
his years as a freedom fighter and then as Prime Minister,
he transformed Ethiopia in every aspect --His contribution in the fields of
agriculture, education, infrastructure and the construction of the Great
Renaissance Dam was tremendous. His vision to see a prosperous and developed
Ethiopia was contagious; people around him began to follow and accept his huge
ambition.
Prime
Minister Meles was recognized around the world, so his sudden death in the
summer of 2012 brought much pain to his people and many others. Although Ethiopians
are still deeply saddened by the loss of their great leader, they are determined
now more than ever to stand together to complete his vision.
With
the participation of the Ethiopian Mission in New York, Ethiopians residing in Boston
and surrounding cities commemorated the 1st anniversary of the death of the late
Prime Minister, by organizing a memorial service with various discussions,
poetry, and forums to recognize his work and legacy. To further honor his
legacy, Ethiopians from the Greater Boston Area united and created the “Meles
Forum in Boston” in June 2014. This forum promotes the visions of the late
Prime Minister and his aim to eradicate poverty and illiteracy, foster national
equality, and unify Ethiopia as a country that exercises democracy.
Friends,
followers, and supporters of the late Prime Minister Meles, we invite you to
join in solidarity to further the efforts of the “Meles Forum in Boston”. This
is a great opportunity to not only pay respects to him, but also to make sure
that his vision stays alive. Until further information is presented, the second
annual “Meles Forum in Boston “ will be held in September 2014, and the topic
of discussion will be “Meles and His Vision on Ethiopian Foreign Policy”. Our
Prime Minister Meles was a dynamic leader who advocated for all citizens, so lets
continue to promote his efforts and vision of a greater and better Ethiopia.
The committee: Meles Forum in Boston
