10/07/2026
We launched our Community Builders interview series to sit down with members of our community and speak about care, resistance, belonging and what it means to build spaces where people can truly show up as themselves. Through these conversations, we want to highlight the people shaping our communities through their work, art and care.
As a powerful voice within the community, Tsellot Melesse tells the stories of those who often go unseen. Through her film direction and community work, she creates spaces where people can connect, nurture one another, and feel part of something larger than themselves.
“I try to give people the feeling that they’re heard, they’re seen, and they’re not alone.”
Tsellot’s vision and understanding of community and care has been lovingly shaped through witnessing her parents in action - both of whom migrated from Ethiopia before making their way to Berlin and becoming community church leaders.
Growing up with this example and a natural gift for “yapping”, Tsellot carved her own path in the community, leading many initiatives including those specifically for Black FLINTA*.
Watch our conversation to learn more about Tsellot’s reflections on community, care, and belonging.
video by
