Tegawende Fellowship Program

Excellency Story

We are proud to spotlight Isaac Junior OUEDRAOGO, a committed Fellow and recipient of the prestigious Turkish 🇹🇷Government Scholarship, who successfully completed a one-year language training at the TÖMER Language Center of Çukurova University in Adana.

This year abroad was much more than an academic journey:
✅ A full immersion into the cultural richness and human values of Türkiye;
✅ Active participation in cultural excursions, festivals, and heritage visits;
✅ A successful integration into a diverse international student community from Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

His open-mindedness, intellectual curiosity, and adaptability earned him a place among the top students of his cohort a distinction that reflects his dedication, deep respect for Turkish culture, and unwavering pursuit of excellence.

Through this experience, Isaac Junior strengthened his global perspective, cultivated intercultural tolerance, and built lasting friendships. Today, he feels more prepared than ever to pursue a Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics, with a renewed vision, an open heart, and a firm determination to contribute to a more just, greener, and inclusive world.

His journey stands as a powerful example of:
⏭️ Strong linguistic abilities,
⏭️ Intercultural adaptability,
⏭️ And outstanding academic discipline.

Isaac Junior is, without a doubt, a promising candidate for future opportunities in international development and cooperation.

We warmly congratulate him and wish him continued success on his path to excellence.

19 fellows are currently participating in the World Bank Youth Summit!

This unique platform enables our young talents to showcase their skills, exchange innovative ideas, and contribute to shaping global policies on critical issues such as sustainable development, inclusion, and innovation.

Tegawende Foundation remains committed to empowering youth by supporting their participation in such international forums, fostering leadership and impactful engagement.

We invite our community to follow the fellows’ journey and witness the positive change they are driving on the global stage.

Congratulations to all participants representing our community with excellence!

The Tegawende Foundation is proud to announce that Rebecca Grâce LENGANI, a Fellow of the Foundation, has been selected to participate in the 7th Women Leadership in Africa Forum (Initiative Women Leadership in Africa - Wolaf ). She earned her spot through the WoLAF 7 Special Riddle Contest, where she provided the correct answer and received the highest number of reactions on her comment.

💬 Her words:
“I first heard the news from friends who saw the announcement before I did, and I want to express my heartfelt gratitude. This opportunity is thanks to your support. I wasn’t able to apply, but because of you, I now have the chance to take part. Thank you so much!”

At the Tegawende Foundation, we embrace a culture of perseverance .
We fight until we achieve our goals. Rebecca’s selection is yet another testament to this spirit! She now joins a dynamic platform for strategic discussions on women’s leadership and their impact in decision-making spheres.

Congratulations to Rebecca Grâce LENGANI on this well-deserved opportunity! 👏 👏

📌 Stay tuned to follow her journey and the key moments of WOLAF 2025.

The Tegawende Foundation is proud to announce that Brunhilda Simonette Tapsoba, Fellow of the Foundation, has been selected to participate in the Mentorship Program of the 7th Women Leadership in Africa Forum (Initiative Women Leadership in Africa - Wolaf WOLAF) in the “International Institutions and Diplomacy” category.

As a Fellow, Brunhilda Tapsoba will have the unique opportunity to take part in a high-level mentorship program aimed at strengthening the leadership skills of emerging women leaders in the fields of international institutions and diplomacy. This strategic program offers valuable exchanges with international experts and aims to develop actionable solutions for a more inclusive and equitable future, particularly through the empowerment of women and the integration of gender issues into public policies.

Her participation in WOLAF marks a significant milestone in her leadership journey and her commitment to promoting women’s leadership, as well as implementing innovative and sustainable solutions in political and social spheres.

Stay connected to follow her journey and discover the inspiring initiatives that will emerge from this enriching experience.