Develop a partnershipAbout Us
ASROI is a U.S.-based nonprofit corporation developing educational, cultural, professional, and institutional partnerships in Israel and internationally.
ASROI has an active Employer Identification Number and is completing its application for recognition of federal tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Who we are
ASROI works with African and African Diaspora students, Israeli and international students, universities, diplomatic missions, professionals, employers, and community institutions. Its purpose is to turn education, leadership, culture, and accountable partnership into practical pathways for student advancement and lasting institutional cooperation.
How we govern
ASROI is governed through an Executive Coordinating Roundtable that combines recognizable leadership titles with shared authority and equal accountability. Seven executive officers each hold one vote, lead an expertise-based coordination portfolio, and work collectively on major policy, partnerships, finances, and public positions. No officer holds unrestricted authority or may unilaterally bind, suspend, or restructure the organization. The Roundtable operates subject to ASROI’s Articles of Incorporation, bylaws, governing-board responsibilities, and applicable law, connecting leadership without hierarchy, responsibility with accountability, and coordination through shared purpose across its U.S. nonprofit governance and its work in Israel and internationally.
Our founders and leadership
Ahavah Nelson provides executive leadership for ASROI’s U.S. corporate foundation, international development, organizational governance, and long-term institutional direction. She oversees the development of the organization’s legal and administrative structure and supports its expansion through responsible international partnerships.
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem — MA in Jewish Studies and Biblical Archaeology
Sue leads ASROI’s work in Israel, including student engagement, program coordination, financial oversight, community relationships, and collaboration with universities, diplomatic missions, businesses, and institutional partners. She helps ensure that ASROI’s programs respond directly to the educational, professional, cultural, and community needs of African students in Israel.
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem — MA in Health and Medical Sciences; Tel Aviv University — MA in International Diplomacy
ASROI’s activities in Israel and other countries are conducted as programs and operations of the U.S. nonprofit corporation unless a separate local entity or registered branch is formally established. All activities remain subject to applicable U.S. and local law, ASROI’s governing documents, and required institutional approvals.
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