IOYA has five different committees that each work to fulfill IOYA's goals. These committees are run by young people around the world who are dedicated to the Oromo cause. By dividing up the main tasks of IOYA into several committees, we ensure that things get done and more people can be involved. The committees allow IOYA to run smoothly and efficiently.

To serve as a human rights advocate on behalf of the youth and the Oromo community at large.

Description

This committee is responsible for writing press releases, organizing rallies and conferences, and preparing pamphlets and other publications regarding human rights issues. It is also responsible for working with other human rights organizations to promote the Oromo cause.

This committee is known for its demonstrations in Washington, DC, by which we aim to bring about awareness of the mass killings and unjust imprisonment of the Oromo people that is going on in Ethiopia.

Mission

Promoting Oromo art and culture by creating a place for Oromo youth to express and display their artistic talents, as well working with Oromo musicians. 

For more information visit the official site at www.ogina.org

Mission

To organize an annual Oromo youth conference which focuses on contemporary issues that affect Oromo people in general, but particularly the youth. The conference is to empower the youth to initiate and lead a seminar that aims on strengthening communication and cooperation among Oromo youth in Diaspora.

Description

This committee is responsible for working throughout the year to make the Oromo Youth Leadership Conference a success by securing funds, logistics, and registrations in a timely manner.

Mission

To gain and maintain contact with media outlets (Outreach).

Description

Responsibilities include:

   -  Make informational brochures and pamphlets promoting/advertising IOYA

   -  Collaborate with other committees on writing press releases and articles

   -  Maintain contact with member organizations and committees 

   -  Make fliers (i.e. when IOYA is having an event)

   -  Take charge of membership recruitment 

   -  Maintain and update website

Fundraising Committee

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This committee is responsible for making sure that IOYA is adequately funded in order to fulfill its objectives. The tasks include coming up with fundraising ideas and realizing those ideas, seeking out donations from local or national donors through grant writing, and gathering other creative ways of fundraising. This committee will be overseen by the Treasurer.