Tue, July 14,2026
Kigali, Rwanda
Orientation to Rwanda
Visit Kigali Genocide Memorial and ARCT Ruhuka Reconciliation Center
Wed, July 15, 2026
Kigali, Rwanda
Morning writing session
Visit organizations focused on post-genocide healing through art and crafts
Thur, July 16, 2026
Kigali to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Orientation to the region, GLI's community development programs
Afternoon writing session
Welcome dinner & traditional dance performance
Sat, July 18, 2026
Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda
Morning writing session
Visit Bwama island primary school & health center
Sun, July 19, 2026
Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda
Morning writing session
Optional activities (swim, volleyball, hike, canoeing) and time for reflection
Mon, July 20, 2026
Lake Bunyonyi to Musanze, Rwanda
Transfer to Musanze Rwanda
Gorilla or Golden Monkey trekking (optional)
Tue, July 21, 2025
Musanze, Rwanda
Visit Partners for Conservation
Visit Dian Fossey Foundation Ellen DeGeneres Campus
Thur, July 23, 2026
Kigali, Rwanda
Visit the Kigali Art and Craft Market, souvenir shopping at local stores (optional)
Transfer to Kigali International Airport & fly back to the U.S.
The Listen. Think. Act. Presenting Sponsor
“Support our efforts to connect underrepresented students in the U.S. with life-changing education experiences in East Africa through immersive, community-based learning."
Includes:
12 event invitations
Premier recognition at the event (stage + screen)
Largest logo on GLI website and social media
Verbal recognition at the event
Year-round recognition as a lead GLI sponsor
The Entusi Sponsor
"Help sustain Entusi, GLI's innovation hub in Uganda, where East African leaders and U.S. partners come together to collaborate, rest, and spark big ideas."
Includes:
10 event invitations
Recognition from stage and on screen
Large logo on GLI website and social media
The Global Classroom Sponsor
"Invest in cultural exchange opportunities that bring African and American students, artists, and changemakers together to learn from each other and build lasting partnerships."
Includes:
8 event invitations
On-screen recognition at event
Logo on GLI social media
The East Africa Scholars Sponsor
"Support African students in accessing GLI’s immersive programs and exchanges that build leadership, creativity, and global networks."
Includes:
6 event invitations
On-screen recognition at event
The Swim Lessons Sponsor
"Provide lifesaving swim lessons for children living at Lake Bunyonyi, where water safety is essential for daily life."
Includes:
5 event invitations
Grouped on-screen recognition by sponsorship level
The School Boat Sponsor
"Ensure students living on Lake Bunyonyi’s remote islands have safe, daily transportation to access education on the mainland."
Includes:
4 event invitations
Grouped on-screen recognition by sponsorship level
The Global Health Sponsor
"Support GLI’s efforts to increase capacity of frontline health workers and providers delivering essential care in rural communities throughout Uganda."
Includes:
3 event invitations
Grouped on-screen recognition by sponsorship level