This is the moment when we need to invest in childhood. The world children are growing up in is more dangerous, more unequal, and more uncertain than it was a generation ago. At the exact moment children need play most—to learn, to connect, to feel safe—the opportunity to play is disappearing. And the resources to fix it are shrinking too.
Play is one of the most transformative forces in a child’s life.
It helps children learn, build confidence, find their voice, and navigate life’s challenges. At Right To Play, we use the power of play to help children and youth break through barriers, discover their potential, and create brighter futures for themselves and their communities.
Through our programs, children develop a love of learning that lays the foundation for success in school and in life and strengthen their skills, resilience and well-being.
In Gaza, the Circle of Hope Program Helps Children Heal
In Gaza, children are growing up surrounded by conflict and uncertainty. Through play and learning, the Circle of Hope program helps them heal, regain a sense of normalcy, and build a foundation for a better future.
Antou Was Meant to Be Married — Instead, She Found Her Way Back to School
Twelve-year-old Antou was facing forced marriage and exclusion from school after her family was displaced by conflict in Mopti, Mali. Without documentation …
From the Sidelines to Leadership: Kémo’s Rise Through Sport
Growing up with a disability in rural Senegal, Kémo was often confined at home and excluded from sports and social life, leading …
Every Child Deserves A First Day Back
School closures, instability, and trauma keep children out of the classroom and disconnected from learning. Every day a child is out of …
