Racheli Tedesa Melkaye, CEO of Ethiopian Women Empowering, was selected for Forbes Israel's 50 Most Influential Women list in 2019. This recognition honors her years of dedication to advancing women from the Ethiopian community, creating opportunities for equality, developing female leadership, and driving meaningful social change in Israel.

Founded as a grassroots community initiative, Ethiopian Women Empowering has grown into a leading organization dedicated to strengthening and empowering women through community-building, professional development, leadership training, support networks, and increasing the representation of Ethiopian women in positions of influence. Forbes' recognition reflects the organization's far-reaching impact and its contribution to building a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive society.