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News & Updates

Official announcements, community events, General Assembly notices, and media coverage — all in one place. Per Bylaws Art. IV, WOLQA is committed to open, professional, and multilingual communication.

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Events & Meetings 2026 — Date TBA

First General Assembly — Inaugural Leadership Elections

WOLQA's first General Assembly will convene to elect the Board of Directors and Executive Officers, ratify governing documents, and set the community's collective strategic direction. Open to all members in good standing.

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Events & Meetings 2026

First Wolaita Diaspora Cultural Festival — Coming 2026

WOLQA is organizing the inaugural Wolaita Cultural Festival abroad, celebrating heritage through music, food, language, dance, and traditions. Target attendance: 500+ community members.

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Events & Meetings Quarterly

Board of Directors — Quarterly Meetings

The WOLQA Board meets quarterly (in-person or virtually) to review progress, approve decisions, and coordinate with chapter chairs. Meeting summaries are published to members per Bylaws Art. V.

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Community Update 2025

Medical Equipment Campaign for Otona Hospital Launched

WOLQA's first fundraising campaign is underway, mobilizing medical equipment and supplies for Otona Hospital in Wolaita. All contributions are transparently recorded and publicly reported.

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Community Update 2025 – Ongoing

Membership Registration Now Open — Join WOLQA Today

WOLQA's centralized membership registry is open. Membership dues are $2/month ($24/year). Open to all Wolaita-origin individuals and allies who support WOLQA's mission across the globe.

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Community Update 2025 – 2026

State & Regional Chapters Now Forming Across the U.S. and Europe

WOLQA chapters are being established in U.S. states and European regions. Target: 10 U.S. chapters and 3 European chapters by 2027. Contact your regional coordinator to get involved.

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Press & Media Ongoing

Media Coverage & Press Releases

WOLQA's Communications & Public Relations Committee manages all official press releases and tracks media coverage. For interview requests or media assets, contact media@wolqa.org.

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Official Communications Ongoing

Official Statements & Board Communications

All formal statements from the Board of Directors and Executive Committee are published here for full transparency. Communications are issued in English, Wolaita, and Amharic where possible, per Bylaws Art. IV.

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Official Communications Policy

All WOLQA public communications reflect the organization's mission, nonpartisan values, and professionalism. Multilingual outreach is maintained in English, Wolaita, and Amharic where possible — in accordance with Bylaws Art. IV: Communication & Outreach and the WOLQA Constitution.

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