History of Eritrean WomenCategory Name
She led Eritrean women fighters during the independence struggle.
Who is Aster Fissehatsion?
Eritrean women fighters were often called this name meaning “female fighters.”
What are tegadelti?
Traditional Eritrean clothing often worn by women for celebrations.
What is the Zuria?
This famous Eritrean singer is known for songs celebrating Eritrean culture.
Who is Helen Meles?
Eritrean women contribute to this sector by working as teachers, nurses, and doctors.
What is education and healthcare?
Eritrean Women’s Day is celebrated on this date every year.
What is March 8?
Women helped in the war not only by fighting but also by doing this important support work.
What is medical care, cooking, and communication?
This Eritrean food made from teff is commonly served during celebrations.
What is Injera?
This Eritrean Olympic runner became one of the most famous athletes in the country.
Who is Zersenay Tadese?
Women in Eritrea today participate in this system to help lead the country.
What is government and politics?
Many Eritrean women joined this liberation movement during the war for independence.
What is the Eritrean People’s Liberation Front (EPLF)?
This neighboring country controlled Eritrea during the independence war.
What is Ethiopia?
This language is widely spoken by Eritrean women and men.
What is Tigrinya?
This Eritrean activist worked internationally to advocate for Eritrean women.
Who is Askalu Menkerios?
Many Eritrean women today pursue this in universities and colleges.
What is higher education?
During the independence war, about this percentage of Eritrean fighters were women.
What is about 30%?
Women fighters worked to promote equality between men and women in this area of society.
What is social and political life?
This popular Eritrean dance often performed by women involves shoulder movements.
What is the Eskista?
She is a well known Eritrean actress and singer.
Who is Saba Abraha?
This global day celebrates women worldwide including Eritrean women.
What is International Women’s Day?
This war lasted from 1961 to this year when Eritrea gained independence.
What is 1991?
This organization promoted women’s rights and participation in Eritrea’s development.
What is the National Union of Eritrean Women (NUEW)?
Women play a major role in preserving this part of Eritrean heritage through songs and storytelling.
What is culture and tradition?
This Eritrean woman became internationally recognized for promoting Eritrean culture and music.
Who is Faytinga?
The courage and sacrifices of Eritrean women helped achieve this major national achievement.
What is Eritrean independence?