Celebrating a Decade of Impact: Join Us in South Africa!

2025 marks the 10th anniversary of I Am, We Are (IAWA), and we invite you to commemorate this milestone with us in South Africa. This unique five-day journey, October 5-10, 2025, offers an exclusive chance to experience the rich culture and vibrant history of Johannesburg and surrounding areas while directly supporting IAWA’s youth empowerment initiatives.

 
 
 
 

Our celebration is more than a tour; it’s an opportunity to learn about South Africa's inspiring history, connect with local communities, and engage with the youth whose lives your support has impacted. From exploring Soweto and the Apartheid Museum to enjoying a safari game drive and participating in IAWA’s Pathways to Success Symposium, each moment of this journey is designed for meaningful immersion. The highlight of the trip will be our 10th Anniversary Gala Celebration, where our South African and U.S. communities will come together to reflect on IAWA’s achievements and look toward a future filled with possibility and growth.

 
 

Trip Highlights (October 5-10, 2025)

  • Apartheid Museum: Understand South Africa’s journey from apartheid to freedom.

  • Soweto Tour: Visit historical sites, including Nelson Mandela’s home and Hector Pieterson Museum.

  • Safari: Spot elephants, giraffes, lions and more on an exhilarating game drive at Pilanesburg National Park.

  • Cultural Village Experience: Experience traditional dances, attire, and cuisine from South Africa’s diverse ethnic groups.

  • Pathways to Success Symposium: Give back by sharing professional insights and life lessons with IAWA youth.

  • 10th Anniversary Gala Celebration: Join us for an unforgettable evening that celebrates a decade of empowerment, growth, and community impact.

 
 

optional Cape Town Extension (October 10-14, 2025)

For those wishing to continue their journey, explore Cape Town’s stunning landscapes and history, including a visit to Robben Island, wine tastings in Stellenbosch, and a breathtaking ascent of Table Mountain.

 
 

Package Options & Pricing*

  • Johannesburg Tour Only: $3,000

  • Johannesburg Tour + Cape Town Extension: $5,000

*Prices per person, based on double occupancy, with a non-refundable deposit, and do not include airfare to South Africa.

What’s Included

  • Airport transfers, luxury ground travel, 6-night accommodation (additional 4 nights for Cape Town), and meals (6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners; additional meals for Cape Town).

  • All entrance fees for excursions

  • In-country flight for Cape Town extension.

What’s Not Included

  • Airfare to South Africa, travel insurance, visas, 4 meals on your own, and personal expenses.

 
 

Payment Schedule

  • $1,000 deposit by January 10, 2025

  • $1,000 by April 10, 2025

  • $1,000 by July 10, 2025

    Cape Town Extension adds two additional payments of $1,000.

 
 

Join IAWA in celebrating a decade of empowerment, growth, and impact!

This is your chance to travel with purpose, support local communities, and contribute directly to IAWA's mission. Together, let’s make a lasting difference for the next generation.