Esi Chantal Umuraza is a Rwandan storyteller, author, and cultural advocate dedicated to fostering youth development through the arts and culture. Passionate about passing on Rwandan heritage, she works to promote storytelling, theater, traditional dance, and traditional instruments as tools for education, creativity, and social cohesion. 

She encourages young people to discover their cultural identity, develop their artistic talents, and become agents of change in their communities. The author of the book *Une jeunesse rwandaise* (Rwandan Youth), she is also recognized for her commitment to preserving and promoting Rwandan cultural traditions among younger generations.