Arlington, Va. (June 30) — Under clear blue skies, ECDC’s second annual Run for Refugees 5K Run/Walk brought together nearly 200 runners, walkers, and supporters on Sunday, June 29, uniting the community in solidarity with refugees rebuilding their lives in the U.S. The event, organized in collaboration with Jay Wind, Director of the Safety and Health Foundation, featured a 5K race, a Kids’ Kilometer fun run, and a vibrant post-race picnic, raising critical funds for ECDC’s refugee programs.
Arlington, VA (June 20) – On World Refugee Day, ECDC stands in solidarity with millions of displaced individuals around the globe and urges the administration and the international community to fulfill their moral and legal responsibilities to protect those fleeing persecution, conflict, and violence.
Arlington, Va. (June 18) – Juneteenth honors Black resilience, liberation, and triumph. We commemorate generations of Black Americans who endured slavery, fought for emancipation, and built thriving communities despite oppression. Their courage not only changed history but also paved the way for all those who have sought freedom and dignity in the United States. We continue to support their ongoing efforts to move forward.
Arlington, VA (June 5, 2025) – The Ethiopian Community Development Council, Inc. (ECDC) acknowledges the complex security considerations behind the president’s recent travel ban but expresses profound concern that these measures disproportionately restrict lawful travel for millions based on nationality—with a particularly heavy impact on African and Muslim-majority nations. Such broad limitations risk perpetuating harmful stereotypes while failing to address global security threats comprehensively.