This episode of That Second-Gen Life is personal. I’m sharing the heart behind the Eritrean Diaspora Innovators Summit (EDIS)—a dream I’ve had for over a decade. EDIS is the first virtual summit created by and for second-gen Eritreans—those of us raised in immigrant households, navigating multiple cultures, and asking: Where do I fit in?

Growing up in the U.S. during Eritrea’s independence movement, I witnessed powerful community organizing. But in over 40 years, we’ve never had a space centered on our second-gen experience. Not that I know of, anyway. That changes now.

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EDIS is happening online on May 9–10, and it’s all about celebrating who we are and what we bring to the table—our leadership, our creativity, our questions, and our growth. From professional development to mental health, and community collaboration, this summit is a space to reflect, connect, and level up.

We’ve got dynamic speakers, toolkits, coaching, and a built-in community waiting for you. Whether you’re second-gen, multi-gen, or a first-gen raised abroad, you belong here.

🎧 Tune into this episode of That Second-Gen Life to hear why I launched EDIS, what you can expect, and why this space matters now more than ever.Available wherever you listen to podcasts: Spotify, Apple, YouTube.

And don’t wait! Register today at www.edis2025.com. Let’s build this, together.

With love and purpose,Semhar

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