Dr. Jules Wetchi’s Inspiring speech
Renmen
See All the Rivers perform "Renmen" live at The Flynn, Burlington, VT, March 11, 2026. Featuring Steeve Valcourt (Haiti/Vermont) from Lakou Mizik. Words and music by Steeve Valcourt and Jonas Attis © 2026.
In this powerful moment, Dr. Jules Wetchi, founder of the Burlington Congolese Choir, shares an impassioned message connecting the struggles and experiences of people in the Congo with our communities here in Vermont. His words are a call to build bridges across cultures and work toward a more united, peaceful society.
watch amanda janoo’s speech on the power of all the rivers & vermont’s immigrant community
“We’re so lucky to call these brilliant artists our neighbors, our friends, and members of our community.”
— Amanda Janoo, March 11, 2026.
On the day of our sold-out benefit concert at The Flynn, as ICE and state troopers moved to detain members of South Burlington’s immigrant community, people showed up to protect our neighbors. That same spirit of solidarity filled the room that night.