Vanessa Tsehaye
Human Rights Activist | Founder, One Day Seyoum
Focus Area: Human Rights
Country: Eritrea
Vanessa Tsehaye, a Swedish-Eritrean human rights activist, founded One Day Seyoum, an organization dedicated to advocating for Eritrean political prisoners and human rights. Motivated by the imprisonment of her uncle, journalist Seyoum Tsehaye, she began her activism as a teenager and has grown into a prominent voice against Eritrea’s oppressive regime. She currently works as Amnesty International’s Campaigner for the Horn of Africa. Recognized globally, Tsehaye has received awards like the Dawit Isaak Prize, with her work highlighted by leading human rights organizations and international media. She remains a steadfast advocate for justice, freedom, and human rights.