International Conference PSI, Ethiopia 1 July 2027 – 3 July 2027
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Conference Committees

The Policy Studies Institute (PSI) is the main organizer of the conference. The four operational subcommittees below coordinate finance and resource mobilization, communications, logistics, and conference programme preparation and management. Their members and responsibilities are listed below.

Main organizer: Policy Studies Institute (PSI)

Main Conference Committee

  • Oversight and Support

    Major General Ahmed Hamza

  • Chairperson

    Dr Netsanet Jote

  • Member

    Dr Tilahun Tefera

  • Member

    Dr Amare Matebu

  • Member

    Dr Tadesse Kuma

  • Member

    Dr Desalegn Anchiso

  • Member

    Dr Tewolde Girma

  • Member

    Dr Girma Teshome

  • Member

    Dr Abebe Damite

  • Member

    Dr Adane Kassie

  • Member

    Dr Balew Demissie

  • Member

    Dr Ashagrie Gibtan

  • Secretary

    Ato Alemayehu Tekeste

Responsibilities
  • Plan overall conference content; organize, deploy, monitor and support subcommittees; consolidate reports and escalate decisions.

Finance and Resource Mobilization Subcommittee

  • Chairperson

    Dr. Tewolde Girma

  • Member

    Dr. Tigabu Degu

  • Member

    Dr. Alebel Bayru

  • Member

    Mrs. Hana Woldekidan

  • Member

    Dr. Kalab Kebede

  • Member

    Dr. Alemnew Mekonnen

Responsibilities
  • Prepare a detailed budget and financial plan.
  • Mobilize financial support from partners, sponsors, and donors.
  • Monitor expenditure transparently.
  • Prepare financial reports.

Communications Subcommittee

  • Chairperson

    Dr. Balew Demissie

  • Member

    Dr. Melkamu Beyene

  • Member

    Mr. Sisay Tilahun

  • Member

    Mr. Getachew Hailu

  • Member

    Dr. Jemal Mohammed Adal

  • Member

    Dr. Girma Teshome

Responsibilities
  • Develop a branding and communications strategy.
  • Manage media relations, press releases, and publicity activities.
  • Oversee the website, social media, and digital platforms.
  • Arrange printing of promotional materials, including brochures, leaflets, and banners.
  • Work with the protocol committee on official announcements.

Logistics Subcommittee

  • Chairperson

    Dr. Desalegn Anshiso

  • Member

    Dr. Abebe Anbachew

  • Member

    Mr. Solomon Tilahun

  • Member

    Mr. Nigatu Taye

  • Member

    Mr. Henok Biyazin

  • Member

    Miss Tigist Mekonnen

  • Member

    Dr. Gemechu Fufa

  • Member

    Dr. Tilahun Tefera

Responsibilities
  • Prepare the conference venue.
  • Arrange travel, accommodation, and delegate transportation.
  • Manage conference registration.
  • Ensure the availability of conference materials, including badges, kits, and stationery.
  • Oversee IT and technical services, including audiovisual support and live streaming.
  • Provide assistance to dignitaries, ambassadors, and ministers.
  • Manage VIP seating arrangements.
  • Organize opening and closing ceremonies.
  • Coordinate security arrangements with the relevant government offices.
  • Draft and implement protocol guidelines.

Conference Program Preparation and Management Subcommittee

  • Chairperson

    Dr. Abebe Damte

  • Member

    Dr. Alekaw Kebede

  • Member

    Dr. Eyuel Demeke

  • Member

    Dr. Zenebe Gebreegziabher

  • Member

    Dr. Tsega Adego

  • Member

    Dr. Halefom Yigzaw

  • Member

    Dr. Jemal Mahmed

  • Member

    Dr. Mulugeta Getu

  • Member

    Dr. Mekonnen Bekele

  • Member

    Dr. Adane Kasse

  • Role not specified

    Dr. Amare Matebu

Responsibilities
  • Develop the main conference theme and subthemes.
  • Prepare the conference concept note and issue the call for papers.
  • Select opening speakers, discussants, and moderators.
  • Review submitted papers.
  • Prepare the final conference program.
  • Ensure diversity, inclusion, and an appropriate program schedule.
  • Oversee day-to-day coordination.
  • Monitor the delivery of all sessions.
  • Assign rapporteurs to each program session.
  • Manage unforeseen situations.