Tuvugane Awards gala

Celebrating Burundian Excellence

The Tuvugane Awards is one of our annual flagship programs that brings together Burundians and friends of Burundians from across the United States for an unforgettable evening of celebration, recognition, and community.

Join us for a night of scholarship, glamour, awards, culture, food, and connection as we honor outstanding individuals whose work is transforming communities locally and contributing to the future of Burundi. The Tuvugane Awards is an opportunity to celebrate excellence, network with professionals and community leaders, and uplift stories of impact and resilience.

About the Awards

The Tuvugane Awards ceremony recognizes and celebrates Burundian-American youth who are doing transformative work in their communities and for Burundi. These awards shine a light on leadership, service, innovation, and commitment to positive change.

At Tuvugane, we believe communities thrive when their members are seen, motivated, and encouraged. We acknowledge the resilience of Burundian youth who continue to overcome systemic, cultural, and generational barriers in the societies in which they live. Tuvugane is a platform created by and for Burundian-American youth to break these barriers, foster trust-building, support intergenerational healing, and promote coexistence.

For this reason, we established the annual Tuvugane Awards to celebrate our collective accomplishments, recognize exemplary individuals, and inspire others through stories of perseverance, leadership, and impact.

✨ Grab your ticket and be part of an evening that honors excellence, uplifts our community, and celebrates the future.