Case Studies | Plan International Rwanda

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.

Young women thrive in green jobs

Agricultural entrepreneur Alice is one of many young women forging a new path to professional success and improving their economic status.

Young women use vocational skills to build a bright future

Christine and Claudine share their vocational journeys and the impact learning professional skills has had on their lives.

Meet the refugee boys preventing violence against girls

We’re working with boys in Rwandan refugee camps to address discrimination and reduce violence against girls who are at greater risk during emergencies.

Men prevent violence against women in refugee camps

Groups of men in Rwandan refugee camps are taking the lead to prevent abuse against women and girls thanks to training provided by Plan International.

Young mothers in Rwanda build new lives

Meet the 41 young mothers who graduated in cookery and hairdressing and are now earning money and saving for the future.