Werki · Gold
Get Seen
For small businesses, startups, and creatives.
- A standard Expo booth
- Group thanks in Merhaba Hall
- A group sponsor post on social media
- A mention in the Diaspora Digest
Sponsor EDIS 2027
The Eritrean Diaspora Innovators Summit. Coming May 2027, all online.
Put your business or institution in front of Eritrean diaspora next-gen leaders from all over the world, and help them build the spaces they wish existed.
Prefer to talk first? Schedule a video call to discuss.
Inside EDIS
EDIS' annual theme is Unlocking Your Mebrahti Mindset. Over two days online, attendees join from wherever they are in the world.
Creating the space you wish existed could be done almost by anybody.Semhar AraiaHost of EDIS. Founder and CEO, The Diaspora Academy
Why sponsor
EDIS welcomes Eritrean-owned businesses and every values-aligned company, institution, and organization.
Survive so you can thrive. And then when you thrive, don't forget the people that you want to support.Merhawi KeflezghiFounder and President
In their words
It is so, so invigorating learning from Eritrean women who are unapologetically forging their own paths.
Selam K.New Orleans, LA
I think EDIS is a much-needed platform for the diaspora to connect, learn, share resources, and grow together.
Ruthie SemereFounder, Semere & Co
Two days of wholesome soul enrichment.
EDIS Attendee
It is so wonderful to see Eritreans of my generation do incredible things and overcome similar obstacles. It was a balm for my soul.
EDIS 2025 Attendee
Initiatives like EDIS are vital because they bring Eritrean leaders, thinkers, and changemakers into conversation with one another.
Almaz NegashDiaspora Mobilization Leader
We have been craving this for a very long time.
EDIS Attendee
So desperately needed in our community.
EDIS Attendee
Sponsorship levels
Every level includes an EDIS Expo booth, recognition across the summit, and a year in the EDIS Diaspora Business Directory.
Werki · Gold
For small businesses, startups, and creatives.
Tsehai · Sun
For growing businesses ready to stand out.
Mebrahti · Light
Limited to one sponsor per industry.
| Benefit | Werki | Tsehai | Mebrahti |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDIS Expo booth | Standard | Large | Premium |
| Jigna VIP registrations | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| Thanks in Merhaba Hall | Group | Named | Named and introduced |
| Social media | Group post | Spotlight | Reel spotlight |
| Pre-event emails | · | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video spot before a session | · | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| On-demand booth after EDIS | 30 days | 60 days | 90 days |
| Diaspora Digest | Mention | Feature | Feature |
| Hosted workshop | · | · | ✓ |
| Opt-in attendee leads | · | · | ✓ |
| Category exclusivity | · | · | ✓ |
Add-ons for any level: Giveaway Sponsor, Shim-Shim Room Sponsor, Zereba Roundtable Sponsor, and Pre-Session Video Spot.
Sign on by Friday, December 11, 2026 to become an EDIS 2027 Founding Sponsor, with a Founding Sponsor badge, a spotlight in our January sponsor email, and first pick of booth position, video spot timing, and workshop slots. Sponsor commitments close Friday, March 12, 2027.
How EDIS works online
Attendees join on RingCentral Events from a laptop or a phone. Here is where your business shows up.
Screens from EDIS 2026 on RingCentral Events.
Speaker highlights
The culture that we carry is not a burden. It could be a bridge.Dr. Yacob TekieLicensed psychologist
Don't fall back into just putting your head down, doing the work. People wanna see you.Martha HaileFounder
People are looking for community. Community is conversation.Delina MedhinCelebrity makeup artist, host, and producer
Find where your calling is, because that's where your tribe is.Yonas AbrahaEntrepreneur and community leader
We need to create spaces where we can say, Hey, you're welcome.Fshaye WoldemichaelSpecial education teacher and coach
The speakers of EDIS 2025 and 2026
Join us
Choose your level and send us your details through our sponsor form. We'll follow up with next steps.
Sponsors are also warmly invited to pledge toward the EDIS Impact Fund, which supports Eritrean diaspora organizations making a positive impact in our community.
Questions? Write to us at edis@thediasporaacademy.com.