PR 26-0650

MURIEL BOWSER
    MAYOR
April 20, 2026
The Honorable Phil Mendelson
Chairman
Council of the District of Columbia
John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 504
Washington, DC 20004
Dear Chairman Mendelson:
In accordance with section 2 of the Confirmation Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979 (D.C. Law 2-
142; D.C. Official Code § 1-523.01), and pursuant to section 5 of the Office and Commission on
African Affairs Act of 2006, effective June 8, 2006 (D.C. Law 16-111, D.C. Official Code § 2-1394),
I am pleased to nominate the following individual:
                                       Ms. Fetlework Daley
                                      Underwood Street, NW
                                      Washington, DC 20012
                                            (Ward 4)
for appointment as a public member of the Commission on African Affairs, filling a vacant seat
formerly held by Eva Telemaque, for the remainder of an unexpired term to end October 27, 2028.
Enclosed, you will find biographical information detailing the experience of the above-mentioned
nominee, together with a proposed resolution to assist the Council during the confirmation process.
I would appreciate the Council’s earliest consideration of this nomination for confirmation. Please
do not hesitate to contact me, or Steven Walker, Director, Mayor’s Office of Talent and
Appointments, should the Council require additional information.
Sincerely,
Muriel Bowser
Mayor
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 3  at the request of the Mayor
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 6  A PROPOSED RESOLUTION
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10  IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
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15   To confirm the appointment of Fetlework Daley to the Commission on African Affairs.
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17  RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this
18   resolution may be cited as the "Commission on African Affairs Fetlework Daley Confirmation
19   Resolution of 2026".
20  Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia confirms the appointment of:
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23  Underwood Street, NW
24  Washington, DC 20012
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27   as a public member of the Commission on African Affairs, established by section 4 of the Office
28   and Commission on African Affairs Act of 2006, effective June 8, 2006 (D.C. Law 16-111, D.C.
29   Official Code§ 2-1393), filling a vacant seat formerly held by Eva Telemaque, for the remainder
30   of an unexpired term to end October 27, 2028.
31  Sec. 3. The Council of the District of Columbia shall transmit a copy of this resolution,
32   upon its adoption, to the nominee and to the Mayor.
33  Sec. 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
 Fetlework Daley  —
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Profile
 ‘Objective: Highly resourceful, flexible, innovat ve, and enthusiastic individual with extensive knowledgeofadministrative and
 office procedures.
 Tam seeking to leverage over 15 plus years ofexperience asan Administrative Assistant      and over 7years in mailing services to
 contribute effectively to a dynamic organization.
 ‘Known for being a quick leamer, well-organized, and anexcellentteam playerwith a proven ability to work proactively in
 complex and busy office environments.
 ‘Committed to coordinating, planning, and organizing a wide range ofadministrative activities while leading and developing
 ‘employees to achieve operational excellence.
Key Skills
          ‘Computer Skills  ‘Communication Skills        Organization Skills  Abilities
   Proficient in Microsoft Word,        Strong interpersonal,      Highly organized with        Experienced in managing
     Microsoft Excel, Microsoft  verbal, and business | excellent time management| _groups and delegating
       ‘Outlook, Adobe Flash  communication abilities    Attention to detail and  responsibilities
   Certified in Linux Essentials  reliability in managing tasks| Flexible andhardworkingwith
               (le)  a proven record of
                                                                                                    ‘accomplishment of
                                                                                                       dependability
Education
       H.S. Diploma 1998 T.C. William High School Alexandria, VA, Certified in Lunix certificate
Professional Experience
‘American University Art Department  June 2010 Present
Administrative Assistant
                        © Maintained strong interpersonal relationships with faculty and students.
                        ‘Recruited students and models for the studio art program,
                        © Made information accessible to visitors regarding various Art Department programs.
                        ‘© Executed assignments with efficiency, professionalism, and attention to detail.
                        * Managed and assigned over 324 lockers each semester     by program.
                        + Inventoried and ordered necessary supplies and office equipment.
                        * Sorted and distributed interdepartmental mail; processed UPS and FedEx shipments.
                        * Prepared semester reports detailing model hour usage and associated costs.
                        © Organized and set up studio classrooms each semester according to program requirements.
                        * Developed creative and effective solutions to enhance the Art program.
                        © Built and maintained relationships with students and faculty, ensuring high customer
                            satisfaction.
                        * Demonstrated high dependability in all job responsibilities.
                        ‘© Resolved customer concerns calmly, positively, and sensitively, ensuring they felt valued and
                            appreciated.
                        ‘* Attended staff meetings and required training sessions regularly.
American University Office of Enrollment  July 07-June 2010
Operation Specialist
                       •    Maintain productive service for mailing information.
                       •    Manage all incoming and outgoing mail for enrollment communication.
                       •    Oversee day-to-day enrollment communications projects.
                       •    Operate and manage printing with new software and postage systems.
                       •    Maintain positive relationships to ensure high-quality customer service.
                       •    Keep complete and accurate daily records.
                       •    Collect information from various sources to assist and guide job activities.
                       •    Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.
Pitney Bowes Management Services  October 2000 – July 2007
Team Leader
                        •    Maintain productivity while managing a team of twelve employees.
                        •    Oversee all accounts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
                        •    Implement improvements, cost savings, and procedural changes.
                        •    Prepare monthly reports outlining statistical information.
                        •    Manage all outgoing mail, including FedEx, UPS, and bulk mailing.
                        •    Develop creative and effective solutions for mailing and shipping requirements.
                        •    Remember to create and send invoices to clients every month
Administrative Assistance /Receptionist  July 1997 – June 2000
Home Care Partners
                   •   Managed the main switchboard in a professional manner.
                   •   Greeted potential clients, employees, and guests in a friendly and courteous manner.
                   •   Scheduled office meetings and employee interviews promptly.
                   •   Ordered office and medical supplies as required.
                   •   Sorted and distributed interoffice, USPS, and express mail efficiently.
                   •   Ensured customer satisfaction and maintained relationships with clients.
                   •   Handled requests for information and data efficiently.
                   •   Scanned and copied contracts, notes, and other documents for record-keeping.
                   •   Distributed paychecks to employees according to company guidelines.
                   •   Circulated important documents via post and email.
                   •   Recorded, compiled, transcribed, and distributed minutes of meetings.
                   •   Attended daily meetings to ensure effective communication and coordination.
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                        Profit and Nonprofit and Community Volunteerism
•   Business owner of a Jamaican Food Truk along with my Husband Kingsley daley since 2023
•   District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) Ras Tafari Collective, Member 2015 – Present
•   Ethiopian Orthodox Church, Ras Tafari Member 2015 – Present
•   Howard University Presentation - Tafari Coronation Event 2000 & 2015
•   African Heritage Foundation (AHFI)/ Iniversal Development of Ras Tafari Inc. (IDOR)
•   Ethiopian Liaison and Musical Promotion, Tafari Coronation Event 2016.
•   Ethiopian Rastafari Lesson
•   Organized community-based event for Coronation celebration in collaboration with the Ethiopian
    Embassy and Ethiopian community areas 2019.
                                     Reference is available on request.
       Executive Office of the Mayor – Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments
  John A. Wilson Building | 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suite 600 | Washington, DC 20004
                                       Fetlework Daley
                        Ms. Fetlework Daley is a proud Ethiopian American who immigrated to
                        the United States in 1987 at the age of ten. Ms. Daley comes from a legacy
                        of public service; her father served during the reign of Emperor Haile
                        Selassie, assisting immigrants in their transition to the United States and
                        receiving recognition for his service. This foundation has shaped her
                        lifelong commitment to civic engagement, cultural advocacy, and service
                        to African and African-diaspora communities.
                        Ms. Daley has been an employee of American University since 2000,
                        contributing to the institution’s academic and administrative mission for
                        over two decades. She is a strong believer in diversity, equity, and
                        inclusion and has collaborated with the university’s African Studies
Program in support of educational programming, cultural dialogue, and community engagement.
She has also participated in and supported lectures and presentations at American University
focused on African history, culture, and the global African diaspora.
A dedicated Pan-Africanist and community organizer, Ms. Daley has served in leadership and
planning roles within the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and the Rastafari community. In 2019, she
served on the planning committee for a major cultural event organized collaboratively by the
Ethiopian and Rastafari communities and hosted at the Embassy of Ethiopia. The event was
formally recognized by the Office of Muriel Bowser as Ethiopian Day, and Ms. Daley personally
received the official mayoral proclamation on behalf of the community.
A Ward 4 resident, Ms. Daley earned her high school diploma from William High School in
Alexandria, Virginia.
                              GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
                                 Executive Office of Mayor Muriel Bowser
Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor
To:  Kimberly A. Bassett, Steven Walker
From:  Betsy Cavendish
Date:  March 25, 2026
Subject:  Legal sufficiency review of a resolution appointing members of the Commission
                    on African Affairs
This is to Certify that this office has reviewed the above-referenced Resolution and
found it to be legally unobjectionable. If you have any questions in this regard, please do not
hesitate to call Kimberly Ulan, Associate General Counsel, Executive Office of the Mayor, at
202-727-2292, or me at 202-724-7681.
______________________________
Elizabeth Cavendish
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The John A. Wilson Building   • 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW   •   Suite 300 •   Washington, D.C. 20004   • Office (202) 724-7681