• Must be an individual, a man or woman aged between 18-35 years,
• Must be of Rwandan nationality, living in Rwanda or abroad;
• Must demonstrate vision, excellence, creativity, initiative, integrity and values in his/her field or profession;
• Must show evidence of having provided service to improve the quality of life of youth in the community;
• Must manifest devotion toward the empowerment of youth;
• Must inspire and motivate other youth, enterprises, organizations to reach their self-reliance;
• Must show how he/she has overcome personal or societal barriers to achieve his/her goals
• Must manifest devotion toward the empowerment of youth;
• Must consistently display leadership qualities;
• Must inspire and motivate other youth, enterprises, organizations to reach their self-reliance;

The YouthConnekt Champions & CYRWA Awards programme is designed to empower young Rwandans by inspiring them to continue their outstanding work in their respective fields, and secondly, encourage them to motivate other youth in their communities towards excellence.

During the awarding Ceremony, Her Excellency Mrs Jeannette Kagame,First Lady of the Republic of Rwanda along with the Leadership of the Ministry of Youth and Culture, award winners with symbolic trophies. Winners are also provided mentorship and advisory services through both Imbuto Foundation and the Ministry of Youth and Culture.

YouthConnekt Champions & CYRWA Awards are implemented and organised by Imbuto Foundation, through its Youth Empowerment and Mentorship Programme in partnership with the Ministry of Youth and Culture.