Wa’Ela 2025 Program Details
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🔹Tigray Communities Forum – @waelatigray
Thursday, June 26th
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A chance to connect with the Wa’Ela Organizing Committee and Tegaru leadership from across the U.S. and canada
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Courtyard - Portland North 1231 N Anchor Way, Portland, OR 97217
10:00 pm - 2:00 Am ($15 entrance fee)
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4 dj’s - 3 styles - all good vibes
TIGRIGNA | AFROBEATS | HIPHOP & R&B
JACKIE’S BAR - 930 SE Sandy Blvd, porland, or 97214
Friday, June 27th
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Brhan leads restorative yoga, Amie brings Afro-fusion flow, and Ruth closes with a calming sound bath
10:00 Am - 12:00 pm
Portland Expo Center - 2060 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97217
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General exhibition open from 12:00 PM - 6:00 pm
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Portland Expo Center - 2060 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97217
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Career Support • Resume Review • Networking • Free Professional Photos
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (semi-formal attire)
Portland Expo Center - 2060 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97217
8:30 PM - 2:00 AM
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Dinner (for purchase)
Keynote speakers
Live music
Portland Expo Center - 2060 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97217
saturday, june 28th
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A community 5K bringing together Portlanders of all backgrounds and Wa’Ela attendees from across North America in solidarity with the Tigrayan community of Oregon.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM ($20 t-shirt fee)
Dawson Park - 1 N Stanton St, Portland, OR 97227
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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A speaker series inspired by ted talks featuring Tegaru voices sharing creative ideas, personal stories, and bold visions for the future.
Portland Expo Center - 2060 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97217
7:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Cultural attire)
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Dinner (for purchase)
Keynote speakers
Fashion show
Cultural show
Live music
Portland Expo Center - 2060 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97217
sunday, june 29th
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Experience a global Tigrayan art gallery. Enjoy buna, teg, and brunch bites while exploring the powerful stories behind the work.
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
L’ATELIER YAFFE - 111 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97232
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An award-winning true-story drama by Berhane Negussie told in Tigrigna, Amharic, and English.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Pam cut’s tomorrow theater - 3530 SE Division St, Portland, OR
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Don't miss the final match of the Tigray Sports Federation of North America (TSFNA). Enjoy a day of family fun with games, youth basketball, and delicious food in the park!
Lents Park - 4808 SE 92nd Ave, Portland, OR 97266
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Dinner (for purchase)
Keynote speakers
Awards & recognition
Live music
8:30 PM - 2:00 AM
2060 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97217