Louis Alemayehu
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| Louis Alemayehu | |
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| Born | United States of America |
Louis Alemayeh | |
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| Born | December 31, 1945 Chicago |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Poet
Educator Musician Community Organizer |
Louis Alemayehu is an American poet, educator, musician, and community organizer.
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Alemayehu was born December 31, 1945 in Chicago, Illinois to parents of African, American Indian, and European descent. As a writer, Alemayehu has used his poetry and storytelling to unite communities over environmental concerns. Alemayehu is a founding member of the award winning poetry/jazz ensemble Ancestor Energy and a co-founder with Juanita Espinoza of the Native Arts Circle. Alemayehu participated in Occupy Minnesota events in 2011. He serves on the Minneapolis Energy Partnership Board. He is a Buddhist
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