Ethiopian Medical Students Association
Empowering future healthcare leaders and advancing medical education in Ethiopia
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About EMSA

Who We Are
The Ethiopian Medical Students Association (EMSA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to representing medical students across Ethiopia. Founded in 2010, EMSA has grown to include members from all medical schools in the country.
Our association serves as a platform for collaboration, education, advocacy, and community service. We work to enhance medical education, promote public health initiatives, and prepare students for the challenges of modern healthcare.
Through conferences, workshops, volunteer programs, and research opportunities, EMSA members develop leadership skills and professional connections that will benefit them throughout their medical careers.
Our Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To empower and unite medical students across Ethiopia, fostering academic excellence, promoting health advocacy, and providing platforms for professional development.
We aim to enhance medical education by organizing supplementary learning activities, promoting research, and advocating for improvements in curriculum and educational resources.
Through community outreach and public health initiatives, we strive to make meaningful contributions to the well-being of Ethiopian communities and prepare future doctors to address the country's unique healthcare challenges.
Our Vision
We envision a future where Ethiopian medical students are globally competitive, socially responsible, and equipped to transform the country's healthcare system.
EMSA aims to be the driving force in developing medical students into well-rounded healthcare professionals with strong clinical skills, research capabilities, and leadership qualities.
Our long-term vision includes establishing sustainable programs that bridge gaps in medical education, creating networks with international medical communities, and contributing to health policy development in Ethiopia.
Our Core Values
- Excellence in all our activities and initiatives
- Integrity and ethical conduct in healthcare practice
- Collaboration with students and healthcare institutions
- Innovation in addressing healthcare challenges
- Equity in healthcare access and education
- Leadership development for future physicians
- Service to our communities and country
Executive Board

Sinoz Kassaye
President
C2 minor, committed to enhancing medical education and student representation.

Daniel Abebe
Vice President for Capacity Building
C2 major, focused on developing professional skills and leadership abilities.

Leul Mekonnen
Vice President of Activities
C2 major, overseeing all EMSA events and community engagement initiatives.

Kalkidan Getnet
Vice President of Finance
C2 major, responsible for financial management and resource allocation.

Tsedeke Wendessen
Vice President of Public Relations and Communications
C2 minor, oversees EMSAโs outreach, media, and messaging.

Hermon Melese
Vice President of Members
C2 major, Supports recruitment, engagement, and retention of EMSA members.
Standing Committees

SCOPD
Standing Committee on Professional Development
Focuses on enhancing personal and professional skills of medical students beyond clinical knowledge through workshops, training sessions, and events.

SCORA
Standing Committee on Reproductive Health and AIDS
Dedicated to raising awareness and education on sexual and reproductive health issues, promoting comprehensive sexual education and gender equality.

SCOPE
Standing Committee on Professional Exchange
Coordinates exchange programs with international medical student associations, providing opportunities for clinical rotations abroad.

SCOPH
Standing Committee on Public Health
Organizes community health campaigns, screenings, and educational programs on prevalent health issues in Ethiopia.

SCOME
Standing Committee on Medical Education
Focuses on enhancing medical education through supplementary academic activities, skills workshops, and advocating for curriculum improvements.