Feven Araya

Feven Araya is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience as both a lecturer and clinician at the College of Health Sciences, Mekelle University, and its teaching hospital. She is a recognized Mental Health expert, Gender-Based Violence (GBV) specialist, and Protection Officer. Throughout the two years of the Tigray war, Feven provided Mental Health and Psychosocial Support to survivors of various atrocities, primarily focusing on GBV. During this period, she served as a Protection Officer with UN agencies. Additionally, she worked with Doctors Without Borders (MSF) as a Clinical Psychologist and GBV focal point, treating survivors of GBV and other atrocities during the Northern Ethiopia Crisis. Feven holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology. She is also the author of an upcoming book on the treatment of sexual violence victims in the Tigray war, sharing their stories and experiences.”