Iyassu Yohannes

Every time Iyassu Yohannes finds out about a public marathon or running event, he puts on his sneakers to run for the Eritrean people in need.

Iyassu is not a professional runner such as Zersenay Tadesse or Filmon Ghirmai, but he has a strong determination to run for Eritrea every time he can.

This is his way of drawing our attention to the fact that there are many people in Eritrea who need our help and support. The funds he tries to collect during such sporting events go to the charity Eritrean Relief Association (ERA) in the United Kingdom.

ERA works in partnership with NGOs, associations, self-help groups and Government departments in Eritrea with the aim to support Eritreans in need back home. The charity carries its own economical risk and maintains an independent stand from political, economic, religious or cultural afflictions. Read the full story