The Ethiopian Community Center in Maryland (ECCM) started hosting the annual Ethiopian Day Festival (EDF) since 2014. The Festival is in line with ECCM’s mission, “promoting self-sufficiency, cultural understanding and assisting Ethiopian and Ethiopian Americans to preserve and share the ancient and rich cultural heritage of Ethiopia”. The Festival will promote understanding of cultural diversities, thereby contributing to tolerance and unity among the various communities, and to the growth of a vibrant neighborhood and community where human beings live in peace and harmony. The Festival also helps many businesses and artists to promote their products and services and thereby contribute to their self-sufficiency. The Festival attempts to inspire and contribute to the development of creativity and building self confidence among the young generation by creating a platform of opportunities with those who have rich experiences.