East African Coffee Ceremony and Storytelling Circle with Mehret Habte Mehanzel
Join us for a coffee ceremony and storytelling circle facilitated by Greener alum Mehret Habte Mehanzel. Coffee holds a significant place in the cultural fabric of the Pacific Northwest, and this event provides a special opportunity to learn more about the cultural origins of this beverage. We will have a breakfast potluck so feel free to bring a dish to share (although it's not required).
When: 10 a.m. on Sunday, April 26
Where: Organic Farm, Farm House
About the facilitator: Mehret is the Founder and President of Afro-Moves Learning Institute, a community based culturally centered platform, which provides programing to celebrate and empower children and families of African Descent. Mehret was born and raised in Eritrea and live in Sudan as a refugee before arriving in Seattle 32 years ago. She holds a B.A in Education and Cultural Understanding, from The Evergreen State College and an MSW from the University of Washington. For the last 32 years, Mehret has consistently continued to live her passion for Educational and Cultural advocacy and community empowerment.
Sponsored by the Equity and Belonging Grant
Questions: please contact Prita Lal, lalp@evergreen.edu