Organized from June 13 to 15 in Munich, the event gathered students, professionals, volunteers, au-pairs and vocational trainees from across Germany. The weekend offered a platform for young Rwandans to share experiences, build community, and reflect on identity and growth in the diaspora. The program featured 10 speakers, including Ms. Jeanne Adili Ndatirwa, a prominent youth advocate representing the Rwandan Embassy in Germany. Her talk was part of a broader setof discussions and activities focused on community support, leadership and cultural pride.

With a participation fee of 50€ (covering all costs), the event ensured broad accessibility and aimed to establish an annual space for connection. “Let’s grow together, build our dreams, and stay rooted in who we are,” organizers emphasized.The event was promoted through the official Instagram channel of the Rwandan

Embassy in Germany @rwandaingermany, reinforcing its role in supporting cultural initiatives for the diaspora community.The success of Youth Connect Germany 2025 reflects the growing role of cultural diplomacy in empowering African communities abroad, with the Rwandan

Embassy playing an active role in fostering engagement and belonging among young Rwandans living in Germany.

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