The Millennial Gala - Threads of Tradition
Sat, Sep 05
|Washington
Time & Location
Sep 05, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Washington, 2121 P St NW, Washington, DC 20037, USA
About the event
The 2026 Millennial Gala
Telling the West African Story. Honoring Survivors. Building Community.
September 5, 2026 · Royal Sonesta Washington DC, 2121 P St NW · Black Tie Hosted by CJ Obima · Presented by Huda Strategies
Now in its fifth year, the Millennial Gala unites changemakers, community leaders, and advocates around culture, storytelling, and impact. The 2026 Gala celebrates West African heritage through the stories of eight tribes that shaped the region — brought to life through cultural performances, diaspora storytelling installations, tribal heritage displays, and a curated West African culinary experience.
This year's evening is dedicated to our 2026 Honorary Organization, The Person Center — a Washington, D.C. organization dedicated to empowering African immigrant and refugee survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Through survivor-centered services, they help individuals achieve safety, stability, and self-determination while building a community where everyone can thrive free from violence.
The evening will feature awards…