Five Years of Perseverance

Overview

Five years on, we gather in Washington, DC to remember lives lost, honor survival, and mobilize for justice and lasting peace in Tigray.

Dates: November 1–4, 2025
Host/Organizers: Omna Tigray, TECA-WDA, Tigray Art Collective, Tigray Women's Association in DMV, S.J.T, IACS, EASE, TDRF, HPN, DMV Tigray Task Force
Contact: contact@omnatigray.org

RSVP/Registration

Main Conference & Breakout Sessions

Time: 9-5pm

Venue: 903 S Highland St, Arlington, VA 22204

Program: Keynotes, panels, and breakout sessions with experts and practitioners; action labs on advocacy, policy, and community relief.

RSVP/Registration

Sat

Nov 1

Community Picnic and Family Day

Time: 1-5pm

Location: Bluemont Park, 329 N Manchester St, Arlington, VA 22203

Program: Food, music, children’s activities, and wellness space

Sun

Nov 2

Tigray Art Collective - Art Exhibition

Sun, Nov 2: 6-9pm
Mon, Nov 3: 5-8pm
Tue, Nov 4: 5-8pm

Venue: 903 S Highland St, Arlington, VA 22204

Program: A powerful showcase of art that bears witness to the Tigray genocide and the resilience of its people.

Sun - Tue

Nov 2 - Nov 4

Registration

Advocacy Day

Time: 9-5pm

Location: Capitol Hill, Washington DC

Program: Meet with members of congress and advocate for Tigray with your representatives and senators.

Mon

Nov 3

Protest for Justice and Vigil

Time: 1-5pm

Gathering Point: U.S. Department of State, 2201 C St NW, Washington, DC 20451

Program: A global demonstration and remembrance to honor the victims of the Tigray genocide and demand justice.

Tue

Nov 4

Travel & Lodging

Airports: DCA (closest), IAD, BWI

Hotels:

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel: 900 S Orme St, Arlington, VA 22204
- Reservation Link: $139
Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston by IHG: 4610 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA 22203

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the conference free? No, it is $25 per person.

Will sessions be streamed? Yes.

Are children welcome? Yes - family-friendly programming on Nov 2.

What should I wear? Semi Formal clothing for the conference. For the protest and family day wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing; consider red/black/white for solidarity.

How can I help if I can’t attend? Donate and amplify on social media.

Code of Conduct

This is a peaceful, family-friendly gathering. We prohibit harassment, hate speech, intimidation, and violence. Participants violating these guidelines may be asked to leave. Report concerns to staff or email contact@omnatigray.org.

Press Passes: Request credentials at contact@omnatigray.org

Code of Conduct

Call to Action

Five years is too long to wait for justice. Stand with survivors, support relief and recovery, and help build the path to peace. Join us in DC, November 1 - 4, 2025.

Host/Organizers: Omna Tigray, TECA-WDA, Tigray Art Collective, Tigray Women's Association in DMV, S.J.T, IACS, EASE, TDRF, HPN, DMV Tigray Task Force

Five Years of Perseverance

Washington, DC • November 1–4, 2025

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