Born in an Ethiopian refugee camp, Meymuna Hussein-Cattan-is an award-winning leader,-culturally conscious motivational speaker and a 2022 CNN Top 10 Hero. For 14 years, she's been the founder of Tiyya Foundation, providing economic-and educational opportunities for refugees, immigrants and indigenous communities. Tiyya's mission is to foster self-sufficiency and active participation-in society. Hussein-Cattan focuses on reshaping the refugee narrative to celebrate their strengths and beauty, fostering belonging. In 2020, she launched Flavors from Afar, a refugee run restaurant channeling profits back to Tiyya's programs. Despite challenges, Flavors gained recognition as a top LA Times restaurant and received the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand. In 2022 & 2023, Hussein-Cattan's initiatives at Tiyya supported refugee employment, securing over $3 million-in wages for 80+ participants.