Stories
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How Amna is Levelling the Playing Field for Girls
Amna rose above gender discrimination to become a cricket player in Pakistan. Her Right To Play-trained Coach gave her the encouragement and confidence she needed to keep pursuing the sport she loves, … Read More
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Coding for the Climate: Aime’s Story
Aime took third place in a national coding competition for his digital animation about the effects of climate change in Rubavu, Rwanda. The young programmer learned to code through the Plug in … Read More
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Overcoming Bullying and Isolation: Hakizimana’s story
Hakizimana is claiming his right to equal participation with the support of school clubs. Because of his disability, he struggled with low self-esteem and wasn't able to participate in many school activities. … Read More
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How Noelline Took Her Future Into Her Own Hands
After finding her own way back to the classroom after being forced to drop out, Noelline is now a Junior Leader at the Girls’ Club, performing skits that challenge gender norms, educate … Read More
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How Larissa Equips Refugee Children to Overcome Obstacles
Larissa is from Burundi, but she has been living as a refugee in Nduta camp for eight years. There was a time when she didn’t find much satisfaction in her job as … Read More
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Finding a Place to Belong: Abundance’s Story
Abundance is claiming his right to equal participation with the support of school clubs. Because of his disability, he would struggle with his self-esteem and wasn't able to participate in many school … Read More
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How Freda Keeps Her Large Class Learning
Throughout most of her career, Freda's approach to teaching was a one-way street: Freda taught, and her students listened. In 2021, Freda received training from Right To Play on how to make … Read More
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How Redempta Helps Students Feel Safe at School
Physical punishment has been a long-standing practice in Rwanda—and in Redempta’s school. Her students were more afraid of being hit than interested in learning. Redempta experienced physical discipline when she was a … Read More
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