In the public sphere, the Eritrean American community has experienced an elevation in their quality of life, accompanied by a celebration of Eritrean culture and heritage. This transformation is achieved through meaningful intergenerational dialogues, artistic expression, and educational programs.
The Eritrean American Center is dedicated to enhancing the lives of its members, fostering a strong Eritrean identity, and fostering the development of meaningful connections within the community. Additionally, it serves as a bridge for establishing connections with Eritrea and Eritreans around the world. The center offers a range of experiences, blending formal and informal activities that cater to educational, recreational, and cultural interests related to Eritrea. People of all ages are encouraged to engage at their own pace and are inspired to deepen their involvement in Eritrean life and the broader Eritrean community.
The leadership of the center collaborated extensively with a committee comprising community elders and thought leaders to craft a set of values that reflect the rich tapestry of Eritrea’s diverse cultures and historical legacy.
- Unity: “Unity without diversity is undesirable, and diversity without unity is futile.” The center embraces both unity and diversity as essential components of its mission.
- Public Service: Recognizing that the sustainability of public spaces relies on the active participation of all community members, the center emphasizes social and community service as a shared responsibility.
- Social Justice: The center is committed to the equitable distribution of services, with a particular focus on uplifting the most vulnerable within the community.
- Cultural Revival: Nurturing the continued evolution of Eritrean culture and providing a nurturing environment for sharing its development with the wider community is a core objective of the center.
- Cooperation with Other Communities: The center strives for comprehensive cooperation with neighboring communities, with the aim of promoting peace and human progress.
This transparent and inclusive process positions the Eritrean American Center as the heartbeat of the Eritrean community. It plays a pivotal role in extending its reach to build a diverse, welcoming, and flourishing community that enriches Eritrean life for each successive generation, and collaborates with partners to achieve these shared aspirations.