University students attending the Forum standing up to thank sponsors

With heartfelt gratitude and joy, we reflect on yet another remarkable AWiB Annual May Forum—the 11th! For over a decade, AWiB has opened its doors to university students, planting seeds of inspiration that often flourish years later. Some of these bright minds, once awed by their first forum experience, return as members, ready to give back and spread the same light that once ignited their aspirations. This full-circle journey is what fuels our purpose.

We are deeply thankful to Dashen Bank, whose generous sponsorship made this year’s forum not only possible but profoundly impactful. Their support speaks volumes—not just of belief in AWiB’s mission, but of a larger commitment to fostering a culture of dialogue and empowerment within the corporate sphere. 

We thank our sponsors Yetem Trading, Peniel Industry PLC, Le Chateau Import & Export PLC, Waryt Mulutila International PLC, Nib Bank, Enat Bank, and Midea for enabling so many university students to experience this life-changing event. These young attendees represent the future, and your support is an investment in leaders yet to rise. 

To our partners, speakers, and every hand that helped make the 2025 May Forum a success—thank you. Together, we are creating spaces where inspiration thrives, leaders emerge, and hope takes root.

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