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May 18, 2016

STAND UPBE COUNTED&

CHAIRSJanet Montag,

Sandy Hoffen & Holly Merrin

Evening Program

TIKKUN OLAM AT AGAHOZO-SHALOM

BREAK TO ENJOY FIRST COURSE

WELCOMELaurie Toll Franz, Board Chair

Jean-Claude Nkulikiyimfura, Executive Director

William J. Dale, Head of External Relations

VIDEO PRESENTATION

MY AGAHOZO-SHALOM JOURNEY Liliane Pari Umuhoza, Class of 2012

AUCTION Hugh Hildesley, Auctioneer

DINNER

WELCOME BACK Janet Montag, Sandy Hoffen and Holly Merrin, Event Co-Chairs

PRESENTATION OF 2016 ANNE HEYMAN SPIRIT AWARDAllan Harris, Presenter

Franco Harris, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist

CLOSING REMARKSJason Merrin, Director

SURPRISE PERFORMANCE

“Every one of these kids is going to touch

the lives of hundreds of other people.

This Village is literally changing lives…”

ANNE HEYMAN, Ahagozo-Shalom Youth Village Founder

“Every one of these kids is going to touch

the lives of hundreds of other people.

This Village is literally changing lives…”

Dear Friends and “Family” of Agahozo-Shalom, On behalf of the Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village Board of Directors, I want to express how excited we are

to have you with us for our 8th Annual Stand Up & Be Counted gala. When I joined the Board six years ago,

Stand Up was a much different event. Over the past eight years, Stand Up has raised almost $6 million from

over 1,200 individuals, a true testament to the value of our mission. We have grown and we are successful all

because of you!

This year, we are excited to host 17 alumni from our illustrious program. These students are attending colleges

here in the United States, as well as Canada and Central America. We have something new in store for you,

but I don’t want to give it away; let me just say, I hope you are ready to clap, and maybe even sing along. Our

students have accomplished so much in our short history. Our alumni have seized upon every opportunity and

they have worked hard to become leaders and responsible citizens in their communities.

We are very excited to be honoring Franco Harris this evening, NFL Hall of Famer and 4-time Super Bowl

Champion. Some of you might be asking, “how does the NFL relate to Rwanda?” Franco reached the apex of

his field, an achievement which required focus, determination, and sacrifice. He then used the skills he de-

veloped on the field and in the college classroom to start two successful businesses that have been featured

by the Wall Street Journal and Forbes. When Franco learned about Agahozo-Shalom and our kids, he was

inspired to make a generous donation of product from his company, Silversport. Franco’s success as an entre-

preneur and his lifelong commitment to philanthropy make him the perfect role model for our kids.

I would like to thank our Co-Chairs and Benefit Committee, who have done so much to make this event a

success. Our dream team who helps us make this happen; we are so grateful for the time they have invested

in us. And finally, it is because of all of you, our family of supporters, that we are able to give healing, love, and

education to our special kids, who make us proud each and every day. Our success is your success.

With the deepest gratitude from everyone in our Agahozo-Shalom family, Thank You, Shalom, Murakoze Cyane!

Sincerely,

Laurie Toll Franz

Board Chair

Dear Friends,I am so excited to return to New York City for Stand Up & Be Counted. For the past five years as Village

Director, and now as Executive Director, I have witnessed first-hand how our Village - through the

transformative power of Tikkun Halev - has restored the rhythm of life for so many deserving and grateful

children. A notable example of this power is Emmanuel Nkundunkundiye, Class of 2012. It was only a few years

ago that Emmanuel read his first book at Agahozo-Shalom, and now he attends the University of Pennsylvania

on Scholarship. One could also look to Liliane Pari Umuhoza, Class of 2012. Last month, Liliane placed 2nd

out of 500 in the 2016 Bailey Oratorical Competition,

with a vivid essay recounting her experience during

the Genocide: even though it has been more than two

decades since the tragedy, it still affects the lives of so

many today.

Liliane and Emmanuel are just two of almost 1,000

success stories from the Village, and are shining stars

within the constellation of what makes us so great. In

the past year alone, our students have done so much

to help themselves and the people around them,

such as:

Forming a village debate team to improve their English skills, whom went on to win first place in the 2015 East-

Africa Debate Tournament, beating a total of 62 schools from Rwanda, Kenya, and Uganda.

Forging the Female Solidarity Legacy and Girl Up, two gender empowerment groups that work tirelessly to

promote confidence and self-realization among young women at the Village and in surrounding communities.

Creating Hope for the Future, that supports vulnerable non-ASYV students in the area, such as paying for

school fees and supplying materials.

If you haven’t already, please take a moment to introduce yourself to one of our 17 alumni in attendance today.

Feel free to ask Henry about his first year at McGill - the Harvard of Canada - and how an ASYV donor helped

him get a scholarship to attend; or Marie Claire about her studies at Earth University, a preeminent Agricultural

school in North America, and how she wants to influence sustainable farming in Rwanda. You could also ask

Jackie Bagwiza about her Co-authoring a chapter in an upcoming book series called Leadership for a Healthy

World: “Creative Social Change”, chronicling Women and Leadership in Rwanda over 20 years.

We are all so excited to be here for this special day,

so please enjoy the remarkable evening, grab a token

of Rwanda from our one-of-a-kind marketplace,

raise your paddle to “Stand Up” for our students’

successes, and be inspired by the many people who

call us family, like you.

Thank you very much,

Jean-Claude Nkulikiyimfura

Executive Director

I have witnessed first-hand how our Village - through the transformative power of Tikkun Halev - has restored the rhythm of life for so many deserving and grateful children.

Liliane and Emmanuel are just two of almost 1,000 success stories from the Village, and are shining stars within the constellation of what makes us so great.

Co-authoring a chapter in an upcoming book series called Leadership for a Healthy World: “Creative Social Change”, chronicling Women and Leadership in Rwanda over 20 years.

2016 Anne Heyman Spirit Award Recipient

Franco HarrisEntrepreneur and Philanthropist

The Anne Heyman Spirit Award honors those who embody our Founder’s vision, passion, and commitment

to helping vulnerable populations around the world. We salute these individuals who illustrate to others that

“one person, with a good idea, can really change the world.”

Franco Harris is well known for his outstanding

career in the National Football League, one so

prolific that it earned him a 1990 induction into The

Pro Football Hall of Fame. During his years with the

Pittsburgh Steelers, Harris set the standard for NFL

running backs - big, fast and agile with explosive

cutback ability. He established many team and

league records, played in nine Pro Bowls, led the

Steelers’ to four Super Bowl victories and was named

MVP of Super Bowl IX. His “Immaculate Reception”

in the final seconds of the 1972 AFC playoff game

against the Oakland Raiders is considered to be the

greatest individual play in NFL history.

In addition to a legendary career in sports, Franco

is an entrepreneur and owner of two successful

start ups; Super Bakery, Inc. and SilverSport. In

1990 Franco established Super Bakery with the

goal of making it the leader in bakery nutrition.

Today, Super Bakery is a national company with a

wide range of nutritional products and distribution

channels through Food Service Directors and the

US Armed Forces. In 2010, Franco became the

co-founder and majority owner of the Eco Product

Group. This exciting new venture uses silver

nanotechnology in a line of antimicrobial fitness

products, personal travel items, and workout gear.

The brand SilverSport has been featured on CNBC

and in Wired, Self, Inc., Forbes, Shape, and Cooking

Light Magazines.

In addition to sports and business, Franco’s legacy

includes a lifelong commitment to philanthropy. He

has been recognized as a distinguished alumnus of

Penn State University, a recipient of the Whizzer

White Humanitarian Award, NFL “Man of the Year”,

The American Academy of Achievement “Golden

Plate Award”, and the National Urban League’s

Whitney M. Young Award. In 1997 he was honored

as the National Multiple Sclerosis Volunteer of the

Year, and in the spring of 2001, Franco was honored

by the Penn State School of Hotel, Restaurant,

Recreation Management as Alumnus of the Year. In

2005, Penn State honored him as an Alumni Fellow,

the highest honor conferred by the Penn State

Alumni Association. In 2005, Franco was a recipient

of the First Annual OT 10 Awards for Community

Impact that recognizes athletes who contribute

unyielding support through community service,

charitable donations and entrepreneurial business

endeavors. Franco is also a Member of the Board

of Directors of the Heinz Endowments and Board

Chair of the Pittsburgh Promise youth development

program.

Allan Harris Jazz Musician

Allan Harris has reigned supreme as the most

accomplished and exceptional singer of his

generation. Aptly described by the Miami Herald

as an artist blessed with, “the warmth of Tony

Bennett, the bite and rhythmic sense of Sinatra, and

the sly elegance of Nat ‘King’ Cole,”. Harris’ mother,

Johanna Chemina Ingram-Harris, was a concert

pianist, and was a graduate of the first class of New

York’s legendary High School for the Performing

Arts. Growing up, Harris went to Apollo Sunday

afternoon matinees, and he visited his aunt Kate

Ingram’s famous soul food restaurant, Kate’s Home

Cooking; located behind the Apollo Theater. In this

soulful setting, Harris would meet many jazz and

R&B stars who worked at the Apollo and came by

the restaurant to eat and hang out.

Harris is the jazz vocal King of New York, as

evidenced by his potpourri of engagements,

including an impressive run as a featured soloist

and producer of Sotheby’s three-year jazz series.

His commitment to education is as equally

impressive as his recordings and engagements. A

Gibson guitarist, Harris is a long-time supporter of

the St. Mary’s Children’s Hospital’s, Guitars in the

Classroom, and donates a performance every year

to Challenge Aspen/America.

Liliane Pari Umuhoza Class of 2012

Liliane Pari Umuhoza is currently studying Peace

and Conflict Studies and Communication at Juniata

College. A genocide survivor, Liliane was just two

years old during the 1994 genocide. She believes

that experiencing such a tragedy, and facing its

consequences while growing up, has been a driving

force behind her desire to acknowledge injustice

wherever she sees it. Her studies and experiences

have also instilled in her with a strong commitment

to feminism, as she has come to realize that women

are most often the victims of injustice and violence.

According to Liliane, these experiences also taught

her to be optimistic, with a passion for serving

as a voice to those who can’t raise a voice for

themselves.

Attending the Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village

helped to cultivate Liliane’s sense of self-worth. She

learned to believe in herself, dream big, set goals

and achieve them. To Liliane, the Village changed

her life from that of “a victim to a victor.” This

change allowed Liliane to choose to be happy, not

because the world was fair to her, but because she

learned that anyone can face challenges and be

happy, no matter their past.

Now Liliane has hope for a better future, and

the gift of an education is her defense. With an

education, she believes that she can make her

dreams a reality, make a difference, and be the

change she wants to see, as Mahatma Gandhi said.

Following graduation, Liliane would like to work

with humanitarian organizations.

Featured SpeakerS

Thank You For Standing UpOn behalf of the entire Benefit Committee, we want to thank you for your

commitment and devotion to the beautiful village at Agahozo-Shalom.

Tonight is a celebration of the human spirit, and glimpse into what we are

all capable of. Congratulations to our alumni, the reason we are here, and

Franco, in how he personifies philanthropy and the spirit of Tikkun Olam.

Sandy Hoffen, Holly Merrin, & Janet Montag, Event Chairs

BOARD OF DIRECTORSLaurie Toll Franz, Chair

John Hoover, Treasurer

Jeff Schwartzman, Secretary

Bill Bertolet

Michael DelGiacco

Ran Goshen

Kathy Harris

Gideon Herscher

Lisa Issroff

Jean Kagubare

Bertrand “Kiki” Kayiranga

Jason Kotik

Christy Lamagna

Jason Merrin

Sam Merrin

Steve Moss

Liz Stern

Brian Walsh

EVENT CO-CHAIRSSandy Hoffen

Holly Merrin

Janet Montag

Benefit CommitteeGalit Ben-Joseph

Peter Feinberg

Laurie Toll Franz

Linda Gerstel

Michelle Grobman

Irit Hadari

Kathy Harris

Edward Joyce

Christy Lamagna

Jason Merrin

Curt Middleton

Clarissa Payne Uvegi

Agahozo-Shalom is more than a school, home, or community, it is an

epicenter for healing and personal growth, and a destination for over

500 visitors from Israel, the United States and Europe. The JDC Entwine

Fellowship Program, Young Judaea, and Service Learning Program, are just

a few of the many groups that volunteer their time at the village to teach

English, help students study, or even plant vegetable gardens.

Through Tikkun Olam, students and visitors alike learn by giving, and are

empowered to be change makers in their community. Our programs focus

around Tikkun Halev, or healing the heart, which helps them realize their

potential as contributors to the world through acts of public service. The

spirit of Tikkun Olam resonates through everything at the Village, and helps

everyone involved become balanced, engaged individuals who are capable

of helping those around them.

“At ASYV, I get to watch my 18 girls thrive each day, I am hugged by ASYV Mothers, who protect me as their own, I am welcomed wholeheartedly and get to hang with over 500 of the most incredible teenagers…”

TAYLOR LANDAY, 2016 Fellow & Service Groups Coordinator

“...make a difference in the lives of the people around you,

share what you have learned with those less fortunate

than you. Always help those in need...”

ANNE HEYMAN, Ahagozo-Shalom Youth Village Founder

When Agahozo-Shalom was created nine years ago, we didn’t fully

understand what an incredible impact it would have. We are heartened by

the wonderful experiences everyone has and are enthusiastic as we become

an even stronger force for a brighter future.

‘One of the ASYV students, Mitchell…came over to walk with me. Within the

first ten seconds of meeting him he asked, “What’s your goal in life?”…This

transformed into the deepest conversation I have had in my entire life. We

bonded over things…breaking down any language, cultural, or other barriers.

We quickly discovered that we both wanted to become engineers, and that we’ve

both lost loved ones…his family members lost their lives in the genocide, and I

explained how my older sister had passed away. Our conversation became more

profound as we took turns answering questions from “What’s your favorite

childhood memory?” to “Do you think everything happens for a reason?”’

2016 SERVICE LEARNING PARTICIPANT, Nobles High School

“Our favorite moments during our week in the Village were during Family Time, when we shared stories, danced, laughed and even helped the girls study for their English exam. It’s truly a happy place and my daughter, Eliana, and I formed some wonderful new relationships.”LIZ STERN, Board Member

“...make a difference in the lives of the people around you,

share what you have learned with those less fortunate

than you. Always help those in need...”

The Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village Theory of Change

MissionTo enable orphaned and vulnerable youth to realize their maximum potential by providing them with a safe and secure living environment, health care, education and necessary life skills. Education and service are used to model and create socially responsible citizens in Rwanda and around the world.

Outcome:Programs:We are a holistic model centred on the prin-ciples “Tikkun Halev” (healing of the heart) and “Tikkun Olam” (repairing the world around you). We restore the rhythm of life by concentrating on healing, education and community service.

Formal EducationASYV youth are given access to high-quality academic school-ing with an emphasis on critical thinking. They receive English enrichment lessons and computer literacy classes. Career counselling and guidance is also offered so that our youth are as best prepared as possible upon leaving ASYV.

Parental WholenessAgahozo-Shalom is a youth village where parenting is done by the community. It is neither an orphanage nor a school. We know that no one can succeed without the foundation of a loving, safe and secure environment. We provide this through our innovative model based on family unity. Our youth live in family units supported by caring educators who act as their guardians and role-models. They learn our core values of integrity, respect, commitment, and support so that they can live harmoniously with others.

Health & WellnessOur youth need to heal their hearts and repair their bodies when they first arrive at ASYV. They are given access to medical health care and psychological support through counselling and therapy according to their individual needs. They are equipped with crucial life-skills to keep themselves and others healthy and happy. Throughout their time, we monitor each individual child’s psychological development to ensure no one is left behind.

L.E.A.P(Life Enrichment Applied Programs: Successes from Informal Education Programs)

Youth pursue their passions, acquire practical, professional skills and learn entrepreneurship. They realize the value of giving back through service work in the local community.

Empowered

Graduates have a strong value system and are passionately

driven by their beliefs.

Positive Change-Makers

Graduates are actively engaged in their communities and give

back to society.

Self-Reliant

Graduates can access higher education and employment.

Healed

Graduates are happy and healthy and make ethical life-choices.

The Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village Theory of Change

MissionTo enable orphaned and vulnerable youth to realize their maximum potential by providing them with a safe and secure living environment, health care, education and necessary life skills. Education and service are used to model and create socially responsible citizens in Rwanda and around the world.

Outcome:Programs:We are a holistic model centred on the prin-ciples “Tikkun Halev” (healing of the heart) and “Tikkun Olam” (repairing the world around you). We restore the rhythm of life by concentrating on healing, education and community service.

Formal EducationASYV youth are given access to high-quality academic school-ing with an emphasis on critical thinking. They receive English enrichment lessons and computer literacy classes. Career counselling and guidance is also offered so that our youth are as best prepared as possible upon leaving ASYV.

Parental WholenessAgahozo-Shalom is a youth village where parenting is done by the community. It is neither an orphanage nor a school. We know that no one can succeed without the foundation of a loving, safe and secure environment. We provide this through our innovative model based on family unity. Our youth live in family units supported by caring educators who act as their guardians and role-models. They learn our core values of integrity, respect, commitment, and support so that they can live harmoniously with others.

Health & WellnessOur youth need to heal their hearts and repair their bodies when they first arrive at ASYV. They are given access to medical health care and psychological support through counselling and therapy according to their individual needs. They are equipped with crucial life-skills to keep themselves and others healthy and happy. Throughout their time, we monitor each individual child’s psychological development to ensure no one is left behind.

L.E.A.P(Life Enrichment Applied Programs: Successes from Informal Education Programs)

Youth pursue their passions, acquire practical, professional skills and learn entrepreneurship. They realize the value of giving back through service work in the local community.

Empowered

Graduates have a strong value system and are passionately

driven by their beliefs.

Positive Change-Makers

Graduates are actively engaged in their communities and give

back to society.

Self-Reliant

Graduates can access higher education and employment.

Healed

Graduates are happy and healthy and make ethical life-choices.

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Students are psychologically and

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Students feel part

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Students develop self-awareness and

self-acceptance

Students feel safe, secure and

valued

Students have social and emotional

skills

Students are equipped with self-care skills to

keep themselves phys-ically healthy

Graduates are active-ly engaged in their

communities and give back to society

Students are active citizens in Rwanda and demonstrate Rwandan values

Students demonstrate

empathy

Students live harmoniously with others

Graduates make ethical and healthy life choices for themselves

and others

Graduates are passionately

driven by their beliefs Students

perform well at school

Students demonstrate confidenceStudents are

driven by their curiosity and take responsibility for

their own learning

Students demonstrate critical thinking ability

Students respect

themselves and others

Students are aware of

their talents and potential

Students understand and are able to use the resources around them

Students realize their own projects and

initiatives using the skills and resources

they have

Students can communicate effectively in spoken and

written English and Kinyarwanda

Students develop an entrepreneurial mind set and understand how their skills can

be turned into income generation

Students have practical, relevant

market-driven skills

Graduates can access higher education and

employment opportunities

Students pass the S6 National Exam

The Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village

Theory of Change

ASYV graduates are healed, empowered and self-reliant in work and life. They are positive change-makers for themselves and others.

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Science Center

Tikkun Halev

Jean-Claude Nkulikiyimfura

Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village

Director

Jean-Claude joined Agahozo-Sha-

lom as Director of the Village in July

2011. His passion in life is to help

provide a platform and a voice to the voiceless. That

explains his choice for journalism as a career path in

the fall of 1994, receiving a degree in Mass Commu-

nication from the University of Central Arkansas in

the United States. In 2001, Jean-Claude returned to

Rwanda as a media and protocol officer in the Office

of the President. In 2006, he moved to South Africa

to undertake a Master’s program in International

Relations. Following his return, Jean-Claude created

XLcom, a consulting agency from which he provided

communication services to various institutions. He

then became the General Manager of Saatchi & Saat-

chi’s local branch, a worldwide advertising firm.

Celine Uwineza

Director of Education, Training

& Philosophy

Having experienced the loss of

young siblings in the 1994 genocide,

Celine has a strong desire to live for

them, and to maximize the goals and potential that

were taken from them. Each day Celine strives to

work and lead by example, in order to show Rwanda’s

young men and women that it is still possible to move

forward and excel in their lives and careers despite

their difficult past experiences. Celine demonstrated

this drive and passion for helping others when she

chose to study law, with a focus on humanitarian law,

at Kigali Independent University. She worked in the

private sector as a Human Resource Officer, where

she practiced social and labor law and then in bank-

ing before joining the Village staff in 2011.

Serge Byusa Jabo

ASYV Class of 2014

Serge Byusa Jabo is currently studying Computer Sci-

ence at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. Serge

was uncertain of his future before attending Agaho-

zo-Shalom. The Village provided Serge with an edu-

cation, and gave him the opportunity to explore his

academic and extracurricular interests. In particular,

Serge developed a passion for science, mathematics,

and computers as vice-president of the Research and

Development Club.

Jeaninne Ingabire

ASYV Class of 2013

Jeaninne Ingabire is currently study-

ing Actuarial Science at Arizona

State University. Before Agaho-

zo-Shalom, Jeaninne was an orphan.

Vulnerable and without hope, she couldn’t see herself

achieving anything of significance. Agahozo-Shalom

offered her a place where she could dream again, and

find a family, a family that “means everything” to her.

Claude Irankunda

ASYV Class of 2013

Claude Irankunda is studying Com-

puter Science and Business at the

University of Rochester. To Claude,

Agahozo-Shalom was “a place to

discover myself among loving and supportive peo-

ple.” Indeed, the Village was a place where Claude

could develop and pursue both his academic and

artistic interests. Claude is interested in computation-

al finance and social entrepreneurship, sectors which

he plans to enter when he returns to Rwanda.

Henry Kabiyona

ASYV Class of 2014

Henry Kabiyona is currently studying

at McGill University in Montreal,

Canada. To him, the Agahozo-Sha-

lom Youth Village is home. It is a

place which provides both an excellent education and

a family. To him, Agahozo-Shalom was a bridge to his

future life.

Special Guests

Jean Kagame

ASYV Class of 2012

Jean Kagame is currently studying

Economics and International Devel-

opment Studies at McGill University

in Montreal, Canada. Before coming

to the Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village, Jean says that

he had a dream, but no stable ground to stand on.

The Village provided that ground, as well as a family

that Jean “will always be proud of.” During his time

at the Village, he was taught to believe in himself

and work hard towards what he believes is right.

Finally, Jean would like to stress how thankful he is

to Agahozo-Shalom and its supporters. Without that

support, “the dreams of thousands like me would

have remained vague.”

Claude Mahoro

ASYV Class of 2012

Claude Mahoro is studying Bio-

medical Sciences at Arizona State

University. An orphan, living with his

uncle’s family, he felt his future was

very limited. The Village gave him a newfound sense

of hope, as well as an extended family of brothers

and sisters. Aware of Rwanda’s need for healthcare

professionals, Claude intends to return to Rwanda to

assist in solving health-related problems.

Immaculee Mugwaneza

ASYV Class of 2013

Immaculee Mugwaneza is currently

studying Public Health at Arizona

State University. Before she was

born, her father was killed during the

genocide. Afterwards, Immaculee’s mother struggled

to raise her and her three brothers. Arriving at the

Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village completely changed

Immaculee’s life. In her own words, “the village gave

me hope, love, and transformed me into a responsible

servant-leader.” It was there that she made it a point

to strive for her goals. Her dream is to become an in-

fection preventionist, so that she can assist in solving

sanitation issues in Rwanda.

Patrick Munyurangabo

ASYV Class of 2012

Patrick Munyurangabo is studying

International Nutrition at the Univer-

sity of British Columbia in Vancou-

ver, Canada. Agahozo-Shalom pro-

vided Patrick with a large and supportive community

and abundant opportunities, all of which helped him

to grow into a person who cares about others and the

world at large. The Village became a home to Patrick,

a home which enabled him to formulate his vision of

healing the world by fighting hunger and malnutri-

tion. Following graduation, Patrick hopes to use that

vision to contribute to the development of Rwanda.

Emmanuel Nkundunkundiye

ASYV Class of 2012

Emmanuel Nkundunkundiye is

currently studying Economics and

Computer Science at the University

of Pennsylvania. Before coming to

Agahozo-Shalom, he lived with his grandmother after

being orphaned. In his own words, Agahozo-Shalom

gave him a family where he could dream big, learning

to speak English and use a computer for the first

time. Following graduation from Penn, Emmanuel

plans to return to Rwanda and contribute to the

development of his country by promoting business

development and investing in education.

Maurice Ntagungira

ASYV Class of 2013

Maurice Ntagungira is currently

studying Film Production at Arizona

State University. Before coming to

the Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village,

Maurice lived with his mother. He lost his father and

most of his extended family in the 1994 genocide. In

Maurice’s words, the Village “taught him to dream

and gave him the tools to work toward his dreams.”

Once he graduates, Maurice would like to return to

Rwanda, where he plans to contribute to the devel-

opment of the film industry. Maurice intends to use

filmmaking to inspire young people and heal lingering

wounds.

Marie Claire Nyiribambe

ASYV Class of 2014

Marie Claire Nyiribambe is currently

studying Agricultural Engineering

and Natural Resources Management

at Earth University in Costa Rica.

Before coming to Agahozo-Shalom, Marie Claire

studied at a local school, where she found her studies

difficult and her mother struggled to provide for her.

Marie Claire describes her arrival at the Village as a

blessing. In particular, she credits the Village with

helping her to build a greater sense of self-confidence

and determination.

Innocent Nzayisenga

ASYV Class of 2013

Innocent Nzayisenga, also called

Blameless, is currently studying

International Development and

Music Technology at McGill Univer-

sity in Montreal, Canada. Innocent’s long-term vision

is to serve as an advocate for the voiceless through

his passion for music. Thanks to his time at Agaho-

zo-Shalom, Innocent has realized that “If you believe

it and keep envisioning it, you can indeed achieve it.”

Pacifique Rutamu

ASYV Class of 2013

Pacifique Rutamu is currently

studying Business at Texas Christian

University. Before Agahozo-Shalom,

Pacifique was uncertain of his future.

He struggled academically and his mother could not

afford to pay for him to attend school. The Village

helped to turn all of that around. Given the support

he needed, Pacifique was able to improve his grades

and explore talents like dancing and acting. He also

credits the Village with allowing him to find his iden-

tity and his purpose. Following graduation, Pacifique

plans to return to Rwanda and enter the Rwandan

business sector.

Devotha Tumushimiyimana

ASYV Class of 2014

Devotha Tumushimiyimana is currently studying Agri-

cultural Engineering at Earth University in Costa Rica.

Devotha lived with her grandmother following the

1994 genocide, having lost both of her parents. She

lacked the resources to pay for school supplies and

struggled with thoughts of a future devoid of hope,

but her grandmother always told her to believe in

her potential. The Agahozo-Shalom helped Devotha

achieve that potential. There she progressed academ-

ically, learning English and gaining other useful skills,

and regained an extended family. Devotha now hopes

to use her education to serve as an agent of change

in her community.

Peace Grace Muhizi Umutesi

ASYV Class of 2013

Peace Grace Muhizi Umutesi is

currently studying International

Relations and Women’s Studies at

Agnes Scott College. Born during

the genocide, Peace Grace lost both of her parents

and was raised by her aunt in the Western province

of Rwanda. During her time at the Agahozo-Sha-

lom Youth Village, she strove to be a leader and an

example to others. Peace Grace is passionate about

women’s rights and politics in general. Following

graduation from Agnes Scott College, she plans to

return to Rwanda where, using what she has learned

and the leadership skills she has cultivated, she hopes

to contribute to the continued development of the

country.

Christian Uwineza

ASYV Class of 2014

Christian Uwineza is currently

studying at the University of Ne-

braska-Lincoln. Before attending

Agahozo-Shalom, he felt that he

lacked vision or goals. At the Village he became more

involved with sports, serving as captain of the basket-

ball team for two years, and enhanced his perfor-

mance academically. At Agahozo-Shalom, he “learned

that there are no limits on my education and that I

can study whatever I want, and wherever I want.”

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English Translation:

To ideally heal heartsIt begins with those affected most.Let’s give what we can affordGive our strengthsAs an act of benevolenceStarting from those surrounding usThose that we see around usApproach those with broken and sorrowful heartsUntil then will we build our nation (Rwanda)Make it a better place (paradise)And be its proud men and women!Stand up and together we helpThose in needHealing the world as wholeMending souls as wellAnd take partIn buildingOur nation.Our world is fullOf struggling and laments,Hunger and starvation.So many people are in deep sorrowNeeding a helping hand.You and I can give and help them outFor them to have the joy they need in their nation.

HagurukaTogether we help the needyMending their broken heartsChorus ContinuesI know it well that you and I can take them wherever they wish to beThrough contributing in rebuildingOur nation.

Kinyarwandan:

Ugusana imitima byuzuyeNi uguhera ku yashenguye.Dutange ibyo dufiteDutange imbaraga zacuTubinyujije mu gikorwa cy’urukundoDuhereye ku baturanyi,Duhere kubo tubona,Abababaye tubegere tubahumurize,Twubake u Rwanda rwacu,Turugire paradizo,Tube abagabo barubereye.Haguruka dufasheAbababaye,Dusana isi,Dusana n’imitima.Dutanga umusanzu,Mu kubaka,Igihugu cyacu.Isi yacu yuzuyeImiruho n’amaganya,Inzara, n’imibereho mibi.Abantu benshi bigunzeBakeneye ubufasha, ubufasha.Njye nawe twabafasha bakagera ahagaragara,Bakishimira kuba mu gihugu cyabo.

HagurukaDufashe abababayeDusana imitimaDutange….Nzi neza ko njye nawe twabageza aho bakeneye kubaDutanga umusanzu mu kubakaIgihugu cyacu.

Tikkun Olam (Heal the World) David - I am Blameless

“You made my life have meaning”“Agahozo-Shalom is a paradise of learning”

“All of the skills...Tikkun Olam and core values, will help me to make the world beautiful”

“Agahozo-Shalom is a beautiful place, and I am proud to call it my home”