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With teammates from various backgrounds in the agrifood systems sector, the Chapter was started by a strong core team with experience in extension services, entrepreneurship, grassroots mobilization, and community engagement.
Ghionawit Gebru is a social entrepreneur and business professional dedicated to advancing sustainable agriculture and climate resilience in Ethiopia. As the Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Green Ethiopia, she leads the strategic operations of an organic fertilizer company focused on restoring soil health and boosting farmer productivity through circular economy solutions. Her commitment to agrifood transformation extends to her role as the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Lead for the World Food Forum (WFF) Ethiopia Youth National Chapter, where she empowers young leaders to drive sustainable change within the ecosystem. With a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in business advisory, Ghionawit combines technical expertise with a human-centered approach to build resilient food systems and foster inclusive economic growth.
Her aspiration for YPARD Ethiopia as the Country Representative is to build a community where young people are welcomed and appreciated for what they bring, even when they start with very little. She is committed to create an ecosystem that celebrates young people's journey to greatness — a platform where their voices are heard and they can share their wildest dreams for this country. Above all, Ghionawit wants young people to feel like they belong, and to feel their country is working for them, not against them.
Amanuel Samuel is a development professional and entrepreneur specialized in agroecology, digital water governance, and youth empowerment. He holds a Master of Arts in Project Management and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.
He currently serves as Founder and Executive Director of Green Future Ethiopia (a social enterprise working on sustainable water, renewable energy and livelihood), Leader for Slow Food Ethiopia, and Regional Coordinator for the World Food Forum Ethiopian Youth National Chapter. As Slow Food Leader, he managed the 10,000 Gardens in Africa project and established 32 school and community gardens across Ethiopia.
As Project Manager of the Agroforestry for Sustainable Development of People and Nature project, he coordinated training for 7,000 small-scale farmers (40% youth) and led the restoration of 100 hectares of degraded land through agroforestry. He later managed the Training & Education Program for Digital Management of Decentralized Water Schemes Development in Ethiopia, improving access to clean drinking water for 4,000 rural people while strengthening water governance and agricultural resilience.
As YPARD Ethiopia Co-Country Representative, Amanuel is committed to building an inclusive national chapter that places rural and underrepresented youth and agripreneurs at the center—expanding school and community gardens, creating practical learning and leadership pathways, and advancing climate-resilient agrifood systems across Ethiopia.
Tinsaye Deed is an agronomist, entrepreneur, and youth development professional with over five years of experience in sustainable agriculture, crop genetics, agribusiness, and youth empowerment. Her work focuses on supporting farmers with improved and sustainable production approaches while promoting climate resilience, environmental protection, innovation, and sustainable development.
Tinsaye is a Co-founder and Vice President of the African Youth Unity Development Organisation (AYUDO), where she contributes to youth entrepreneurship, agribusiness, advocacy, peacebuilding, and capacity development. Through her leadership and engagement across different African countries, she has built a network reaching more than 10,000 young people and currently works with 50 country representatives across Africa, connecting young entrepreneurs, agriculturalists, pastoralists, and professionals to share knowledge, experiences, and opportunities. She has also gained experience in information technology and digital communication and currently works with the Ethiopian Nuclear Energy Commission, exploring the peaceful applications of nuclear technology and its potential contribution to agriculture and food security.
As a founding member and Partnership Focal Person of YPARD Ethiopia, Tinsaye will focus on building and strengthening strategic partnerships with agricultural organizations, research institutions, universities, entrepreneurs, policymakers, development partners, and other relevant stakeholders. She will support the chapter in identifying collaboration opportunities, connecting young agricultural professionals with partners and resources, facilitating knowledge and experience exchange, and strengthening relationships that create opportunities for capacity building, innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable agri-food systems. She is passionate about creating meaningful connections that empower young people to contribute to Ethiopia's and Africa's agricultural transformation.
Delina Assefa is a Global Studies graduate with a strong interest in international development, youth engagement, food systems, and community-driven change. Her experience spans communications, social media management, research, and community engagement, where she has developed a passion for using storytelling and strategic communication to connect people, amplify important issues, and create meaningful impact.
As a founding member of YPARD Ethiopia and the Communication Focal Person, Delina is passionate about building a platform where young professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders can connect, collaborate, and exchange ideas. She hopes to contribute to strengthening youth participation in Ethiopia's agricultural sector and creating opportunities for young people to take an active role in shaping sustainable and resilient agri-food systems.
Delina believes that when young people are given the right platforms, connections, and opportunities, they can be powerful drivers of meaningful change.
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