In far rural Rwanda, Nyamasheke and Rusizi Districts are known for their lush landscapes and agricultural activities. However, like many rural areas, youth unemployment and underemployment have been persistent challenges. Recognizing the potential of beekeeping to address these issues, Strive Foundation initiated 2 bee cooperatives in collaboration with local youth in Rangiro Sector of Nyamasheke and Butare sector of Rusizi District. Youth development is a critical aspect of nation-building, Strive Foundation Rwanda is playing a pivotal role in empowering young people....
SFR’s YEWE CLUB initiative is a platform meant to empowered and give the teenagers the opportunity to debate, play drama, play sketches, use songs and poems, home visits and group discussions about adolescent and sexual reproductive health and rights not only schools but also communities. YEWE CLUBS create a safety net that prevents teenage pregnancy in general since the Rwandan culture, sex remains a taboo and cannot be discussed in the families. In partnership with the Human Help Network and close...
This policy serves as a compass, guiding the implementation across various programs that address many children’s needs. SFR offers psychosocial support through these programs, prioritizing children’s mental and emotional well-being and further promoting nutrition and sanitation practices, recognizing the intrinsic link between health and protection. For families in vulnerable situations, SFR emphasizes improved childcare techniques, proper infant feeding practices, and rigorous growth monitoring for children under five years old, ensuring their optimal physical and cognitive development. The organization also provides...
Kigarama village- Jari Sector-Gasabio District residents are victims of the devastating floods that forced many to abandon their homes and belongings around Kigali city which forced many residents to lose everything, including bedding and basic hygiene utensils, posing significant challenges to their well-being. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, Strive Foundation Rwanda stepped forward to alleviate the worry of these individuals and ensure their transition to a more stable environment. About 300 mattresses, 384 saucepans, 400 basins, 784 plates, and other...
Strive Foundation Rwanda in partnership with the National Commission for Human Rights-Rwanda on the 16th/06/2023 celebrated the day of an African child in Rusizi District-Nkombo Sector on the theme “The rights of the child in the digital environment”. The day is an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges and issues faced by African children, including access to education, healthcare, protection from violence, child labor, child marriage, and other forms of exploitation. It is also a time to celebrate the...
SFR in Partnership with Rwanda Biomedical Centre and Nyagatare District with the support of Abbot Rapid Dx International Limited, conducted a two days campaign that focused on community HIV/AIDS Prevention awareness which intended to raise HIV awareness to all citizens especially youth through comprehensive actions towards the reduction of new HIV infections. It also aimed at increasing communities’ ownership in the prevention of New HIV infections and other Sexual Transmitted Infections (STIs) including Viral Hepatitis B through improved utilization of...
Universal Periodic Review Workshops: Strive Foundation Rwanda through British High Commission conducts training in 2 districts of Nyamasheke and Huye District on the relevance of the 160 UPR Recommendations as accepted to be implemented by the government of Rwanda in reference to the Ministry of Justice UPR road map and participants include those from Security organs, the media, and other authorities.Building on the organization’s past positive experience, SFR plans to continue providing its contribution in the implementation of the UPR...
Generally, the International Women’s day was adopted by UN in 1972. It’s a day that provides a global platform for celebrating women’s achievements, raising awareness about gender inequities, and increasing support for women worldwide. It’s a day dedicated to honoring the social, economic, cultural, and political accomplishments of women. The year 2023 Rwanda like other UN Member states celebrated the day on the theme “DigitALL: Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality”. In that regard, Strive Foundation Rwanda with other CSOs working on Sexual...
Heath is Wealth and therefore, SFR’s objective is that every household beneficiary as recommendable should at least consume different vegetable types twice a day making vegetables a standard part of the meal and the healthiest better option. Our beneficiary groups include children and women who mostly require close feeding and care. This is why it is very important to consume and use vegetables like Amaranthus (Dodo), Spinach, carrots, cabbages, egg-plants, and Onions, to mention which are more essential sources of...
Disability is part of being human. Then what happens when somebody is disabled? That is why, Strive Foundation Rwanda has strengthened its disability inclusion under its crosscutting program protocols to take good concern for the lives of disabled communities to enable them to become mobile, remain healthy, and participate fully in community life. SFR’s concern here is children, and we have taken the initiative to provide exceptional support to these children with body disabilities which came in form of 8...