We are the Eritrean Community in DMV.
Approved on July 22, 2023, EC-DMV is a 501(c)(3) non-profit open to every Eritrean adult in DC, Maryland, and Virginia — regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, disability, political, religious, ideological, or party affiliation.
Building a strong Eritrean Community that will pass to generations to come.
The principles we live by.
All members are equal.
Maintain families from outside negative influences.
Inherit our values to our children.
Respectful and truthful to one another.
Support each other at good and bad times.
How EC-DMV is organized.
Five organs operate on the principles of democratic decision-making, accountability, and a clear separation of power.
Assembly
The supreme body of EC-DMV. Its administrative activities are conducted by the Board of Directors.
Board of Directors
Five members elected by the Assembly — Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Secretary, two members, and two standing-ins.
Executive Board
Nine members elected by the Assembly — a Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, and departments.
Advisory & Conflict Resolution
Three members elected by the Assembly. Advises the Executive Board and resolves disputes and conflicts within EC-DMV.
Audit
Three members elected by the Assembly. Audits EC-DMV's financial records, statements, and non-financial assets.
Read the full bylaws
The full text approved by the General Assembly on July 22, 2023.
Our elected officers.
Officers are elected by the General Assembly. Photos and full bios will be added soon.
Officer One
Chairperson · Board of Directors
Elected 2025
Officer Two
Vice Chair · Board of Directors
Elected 2025
Officer Three
President · Executive Board
Elected 2025
Officer Four
Treasurer · Executive Board
Elected 2025
Officer Five
Secretary · Executive Board
Elected 2025
Officer Six
Audit Chair · Audit
Elected 2025
Want to help carry this work?
Membership is open to any Eritrean adult, 18 and older, residing in DC, Maryland, or Virginia.