Celebrate the Power of US and South African Youth
View Beautiful Works of Art from Emerging Black South African and US Artists
Open Bar and Light Fare
Featured Artists
As a supporter of our reception our auction, your generous and tax deductible contribution will directly support our Leadership Development program that connects youth in the United States and South Africa in peer-to-peer engagements over a two-year period. Youth learn life skills, gain leadership abilities, and establish strong cross-cultural ties, while supporting each other’s dreams and ambitions.
Our current program culminates next year with the U.S. students joining their South African counterparts on a trip to Cape Town, South Africa, which includes visits to historical landmarks, museums, and universities and attending a 4-day career conference. An opportunity for the youth to meet in person and expand their worldview, it will be a first air travel experience for most.
ABOUT I AM, WE ARE
Founded in 2015, I Am, We Are (IAWA) is a South African registered nonprofit (NPC 2016/412074/08) and US 501C3 registered nonprofit (EIN #47-4382487). IAWA is dedicated to creating a world where all youth are socially engaged, globally aware, and economically free. We strive to empower youth across Africa and her Diaspora with the tools to confidently own their futures. Our programs are anchored in IAWA’s core principles: personal consciousness, global awareness, social responsibility, and entrepreneurial mindset.
2019 Reception Highlights, Embassy of the Republic of South Africa Washington, DC
Charlamagne tha God, Breakfast Club, Mental Health Discussion with South African and American Youth
Featured Artist Patrick Mutombo, Toronto Raptors, interviewed by IAWA Youth Facilitator Tshepang
Welcome Greetings from Madam Ambassador Mfeketo, South African Ambassador to the US
Motivational Words from Xabiso Gxashe Tutu, Desmond Tutu Peace Foundation
Music and Dance Performance by Tech Prep Titans Ensemble, Presented by K Wes Industries
Dance Performance by Furu Entertainment
Gratitude Prayer by IAWA Alumni Ambassador Milisi
Tips on Using the Auction Site
The auction site will be available for viewing 12/5.
Auction items will be available to view at the reception.
Bidding will open 12/5 at 8:30am EST and close 12/8 at 8:30pm EST. For more details on the auction and reception visit www.iamweareyouth.org/reception2022 and contact info@iamweareyouth.org with questions.
To see more detail on any auction item, click on the thumbnail image of your item of interest. You can now see the the artist’s name, artist’s bio, measurements, and more.
Purchasing a ticket for the reception is not necessary to participate in the auction.
View step-by-step directions on how to use the auction site and bid here.