Addis Ababa, January 14, 2025 (FMC) – The prestigious Seeds for the Future program, Huawei’s flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, has announced its 2025 Global Ambassadors. Among the twelve selected ambassadors is Asiya Kelifa, a fourth-year Computer Science student at Selale University in Ethiopia.
Seeds for the Future aims to empower young talents from around the globe to deepen their understanding of digital technology and innovation through short-term training programs, global competitions, and ongoing alumni activities. Emphasizing the importance of cross-cultural exchanges and the cultivation of an entrepreneurial spirit, the program is committed to diversity and inclusivity, with a participation rate of at least one-third for female students.
Asiya Kelifa’s election as a Global Ambassador follows her successful participation in the Seeds for the Future 2024 program. This honor grants her the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the ICT Talent Digital Tour set to take place in China in 2025, as well as the chance to share knowledge with international audiences at significant events.
The Global Ambassador Program is designed to foster a robust community of Seeds for the Future alumni dating back to its inception in 2008. It seeks to expand the program’s global reach while enhancing learning and networking opportunities for participants. The initiative empowers young leaders to champion the program’s core values: Digitalization, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainability.
The selection process for the Global Ambassadors involves an application submission via the program’s website, where candidates provide their resumes and respond to six focused interview questions aimed at assessing their insights and perspectives. After the submission period, a panel of judges evaluates all applications, selecting the top candidates based on their understanding of the Global Ambassador Program, communication skills, global community engagement, and commitment to action.
Asiya’s selection as a Global Ambassador marks a significant milestone for Ethiopian representation in this esteemed program and highlights her dedication to advancing digital technology and innovation in her community and beyond.