Recognition Awards Ceremony 2025

Hosted by The Yurumein Project

On April 1, 2025, The Yurumein Project, in partnership with The Melisizwe Brothers proudly hosted its annual Recognition Awards Ceremony, honoring individuals and organizations whose contributions significantly advanced our mission over the past year. This meaningful event celebrated the people behind the progress — our dedicated members, generous sponsors, and selfless volunteers.

Celebrating Impactful Contributions

The ceremony was a heartfelt occasion held to:

• Acknowledge outstanding dedication to preserving and teaching the Garifuna Language.
• Celebrate impactful efforts in Belize, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and across the Garifuna diaspora.
• Present plaques and medals of honor as tokens of appreciation and inspiration.

Honorees Spotlight

“This award is not just mine—it belongs to the ancestors and the future generations we fight for every day.”
— Award Recipient, 2025

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The Recognition Awards Ceremony 2025 reminded us of the power of unity and cultural pride. The Yurumein Project NPO remains deeply committed to ensuring the Garifuna Language not only survives—but thrives—across generations and continents.