PEOPLE | interview Womanthismonth.com 26 March 2024 Ms. Girmay exudes a profound pride in her heritage, a driving force behind her relentless pursuit of excellence. Reflecting on her roots, she acknowledges Bahrain’s pivotal role in nurturing her aspirations, citing its dynamic environment, diverse opportunities and supportive community as catalysts for her endeavours. “If Bahrain does not motivate us, I don’t think we would all be here,” she says. “The environment, the people the opportunities … we have a platform to pursue our goals and dreams while there is always something new. We are very lucky.” “Bahrain is where I met my husband, where I gave birth to my children, and the lifestyle is how they were raised. My kids are looking forward to come back to Bahrain soon, it’s where they feel at home, even more so than France which is where my husband is from,” she adds. Her appointment as Brand Ambassador is not actually Ms. Girmay’s first experience with Woman This Month. Her association with the magazine dates back to her being featured on the cover in 2004, The Woman This Month team continues to expand with the appointment of Eskedar Girmay, known to her friends as Esky, as Associate Editor and Brand Ambassador. In this article, we embark on a brief journey of her career, a remarkable life story encompassing roles as diverse as Honorary Consul, film producer, actress, author and philanthropist. With roots in Ethiopia and a thriving presence in Bahrain, Ms. Girmay’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of compassion and perseverance. A REMARKABLE WOMAN
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