Case Studies | Plan International Rwanda

Refugee youth thrive through rabbit rearing

Diane, 23, is one of the refugee youth setting an example within their community through the impactful practice of rabbit rearing.

Nurturing positive fatherhood against domestic violence

François is a reformed father after a prolonged period of domestic violence. The father of 3 now stands as a beacon of exemplary fatherhood in his community.

Community cooking demonstrations tackle malnutrition in refugee…

Through community cooking demonstrations Alice, 17, equips parents with the skills to prepare balanced diets and develop healthy families free from malnutrition and stunting.

Proby: A brave young voice for equality in household duties

Proby, 16, has brought about positive change in her home, raising awareness on children's rights with her parents.

Joselyne: Elevating gender equality through the power of social…

Joselyne, 24, has made significant strides in advocating for girls and women’s rights, using social media to amplify her message.

Esther advocates for parental time in girls’ sexual education…

Esther, 18, advocates for girls' sexual education and parent involvement, based on her personal journey. She leads her school’s sexual, reproductive and health rights club.

Alliance: Refugee girl proves karate is not just for boys

At just 10, Alliance started her karate journey at her refugee community. For her, karate is a powerful tool for self-empowerment, especially for girls.

Denyse: Beyond my community’s gender norms as a girl welder…

Denyse, 21, is embracing welding as her chosen vocation, defying the prevailing norms in her community that welding is a pursuit for boys or men.

Diana: Breaking the silence to end school period stigma

Diana is a young sexual and reproductive health and rights advocate. She shares with us her aspirations of the future girls want, and her advocacy journey.

Olivia: Orphaned woman cyclist chasing world championship triumph…

At just 20, Olivia is not only honing her skills in bicycle mechanics, but also preparing for the 2025 World Cycling Championship in Rwanda.

Meet the school club combatting malnutrition across refugee…

Alice leads a 30-member nutrition club dedicated to combating malnutrition in both the refugee camp and the hosting communities.

Refugee children, adolescents and youth enhance their resilience…

Hear from the young refugees who are sexual health educators, starting businesses, saving for the future and becoming champions of gender equality.