
Sina Yigzaw
@sinayigzaw
Governance and policy advocate at the EU Delegation to Ethiopia, advancing grassroots perspectives in policy and founding She's Not Alone.
What I'm looking for
At the EU Delegation to Ethiopia's Youth Sounding Board, I chair the Governance and Enabling Environment Thematic Committee, bringing grassroots perspectives into policy discussions. I brief EU Special Representatives and Ambassadors and present proposals focused on democratic governance, human rights, and rule of law.
I founded She's Not Alone to create inclusive support and opportunity pathways for young women, including peer spaces and connections to mentorship and workshops. I also won Best Overall Written Submissions at the African Regional Round of the John H. Jackson WTO Moot Court Competition.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Chairperson, Governance and Enabling Environment Thematic Committee
European Union Delegation to Ethiopia
Mar 2026 - Present (7 months)
Elected Committee Chairperson leading advisory initiatives to inform the EU Delegation on integrating grassroots community insights into high-level policy frameworks. Brief EU Special Representatives and Ambassadors directly on local youth perspectives and regional socio-political dynamics.
Founder & Lead
She's Not Alone
Aug 2025 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Founded and scaled a social impact initiative advancing UN SDGs 3, 5, 16, and 17, establishing inclusive support structures and opportunity pathways for young women. Secured acceptance into the Millennium Campus Network, earning UN-recognition for project design and implementation.
Communications & Advocacy Lead
The Yellow Movement
Dec 2024 - Jun 2026 (1 year 6 months)
Drove gender-focused campaigns and community mobilization for social justice, developing multimedia outreach materials to expand public visibility. Collaborated with local and international partners to foster collective action and coordinate high-impact initiatives.
Mootie
The John H. Jackson World Trade Organization (WTO) Moot Cour
Nov 2025 - Apr 2026 (5 months)
Spearheaded Addis Ababa University's participation in a global dispute settlement simulation, formulating sharp oral pleadings and arguments from both Complainant and Respondent perspectives. Won the Best Overall Written Submissions award at the African Regional Round.
Legal Extern
Ministry of Justice
Sep 2025 - Jan 2026 (4 months)
Analyzed substantive civil, administrative, and criminal case files to formulate legal assessments and streamline operational workflows within the justice system. Facilitated communication between detectives, prosecutors, legal representatives, and court officials.
Program Intern
Seket Africa
Aug 2025 - Dec 2025 (4 months)
Drafted formal agreements and mapped key stakeholders to expand organizational networks, securing resources and establishing long-term strategic alliances. Coordinated programs and moderated high-level events, managing protocols and virtual workshops.
Geopolitical News Reporter
News Analytica
May 2025 - Oct 2025 (5 months)
Synthesized volatile socio-political data across the Horn of Africa, translating complex dynamics into accessible policy insights under tight operational deadlines. Anchored on-camera broadcasts addressing regional peace and foreign relations.
Politics, Diplomacy, and Security Research & Consultancy Intern
Horn Review & Institute of Foreign Affairs
May 2025 - Sep 2025 (4 months)
Conducted empirical inquiries and authored published articles on regional governance, stability, and cross-border dynamics, synthesizing substantive findings to inform state decision-makers. Delivered real-time geopolitical alerts and actionable recommendations.
Peace Ambassador
Institute for Economics & Peace
Apr 2025 - Jun 2025 (2 months)
Applied peace metrics and crisis prevention frameworks to evaluate social cohesion indicators, synthesizing comparative evidence to assess post-conflict recovery. Led strategic campaigns linking gender equity to Positive Peace principles.
Team Lead & PIC
Jean-Pictet International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Competition
Oct 2024 - Feb 2025 (4 months)
Recruited through rigorous selection processes to represent Ethiopia, earning appointment as Team Leader in the prestigious law of war simulation. Drafted high-caliber submissions on armed conflict frameworks, securing national selection and institutional fee waivers.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Addis Ababa University
Bachelor of Laws, Law
2022 -
Pursuing a Bachelor of Laws degree, with studies focused on legal principles and practice.
The Clingendael Institute
Certificate, Negotiation and Intercultural Communication
2026 - 2026
Completed a course in Negotiation and Intercultural Communication, enhancing skills in diplomatic engagement.
Leiden University
Certificate, International Humanitarian Law
2025 - 2025
Completed a course on International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice, deepening understanding of legal frameworks in conflict.
Harvard University
Certificate, Leadership
2024 - 2024
Completed the Aspire Leadership Program, focusing on leadership development and strategic thinking.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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