Mama Africa: Swahili Women Rising, a luxury fundraising gala celebrating the strength, leadership, and growing impact of Swahili women in our community.
Who: The New York Tanzanian community and supporters.
When: Friday, June 5, 2026.
Where: Fairfield County, Connecticut. (Private event, RSVP only.)
Why: June 5 is also World Environment Day, a reminder of our shared responsibility to care for our communities and the world around us. In many African communities, women play a central role in nurturing families, managing resources, and protecting the land, making this a meaningful time to recognize their leadership.
To honor the legacy of our Tanzanian community, celebrate its people, and raise support to sustain and grow its impact for future generations.
• Honoring our Founders (Waasisi)
• Honoring Women of Impact through the “Swahili Women Rising Award”
• Celebrating Community Members and Volunteers
• Recognizing Sponsors and Donors
Join us to honor the legacy of our Tanzanian community, celebrate its people, and raise support to sustain and grow its impact for future generations.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact the Chair for details.
📩 : chair@nytanzaniancommunity.org
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