Ethiopia in World Factbook
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Reasons for Migration
Demographic data
Languages
Areas of residence
Employment
Religion
Media
Contact for more info
DFW Int'l Board Member
Ethiopian Organizations
ETHIOPIAN Community
in North Texas

New Americans have great potential in shaping the future of North Texas and in making it one of the most dynamic and vibrant international community in North America. By providing exposure to diverse cultures immigrants influence North Texas to develop a universal outlook & understanding

Reasons for Migration

Political strife in country of origin, famine, lack of economic opportunities

Demographic Data

North Texas population according to US Census 2000: 4,600
Average household size: 4 persons
Average family income: $51,000
Estimated undocumented: less than 10%
American citizens or green card holders: 75%

Languages
Amharic, Oromigna, Tigrigna
Areas of residence
Dallas County & Tarrant County

Employment
Retail sales, transportation, hospitality, health care, service industries
Religion

Christian, Muslim

Ethiopian Evangelical Baptist Church
Emmanuel Ethiopian Church

Media

Dallas Ethiopian Community Radio
Ethiopian Radio Dallas

Contact for more information

Martha Melaku, 214-228-0199

DFW International Community Alliance board member

Betru Gebregziabher, Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce, 469-853-6285

Ethiopian Organizations in North Texas

Ethiopian American Chamber of Commerce
Ethiopian Women's Organization
The Horn of Africa Peace and Development Center
Harari Community Center

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