Dyeing For Peace in Rwanda

I first met Agape and Vania in 2014 when they were in primary school at 9 and 11 years of age, respectively. I brought small gifts for the children, and when I gave Vania a jumprope she was so happy, giving me the biggest hug ever. I remember being so humbled that such a simple gift could mean so much to a young girl. Vania and her siblings lost their parents post-genocide. They have been raised by their grandmother. Agape and her siblings, live with their mom. Their father died in a car accident in 2013. 

Each year when I visit the families in Rwanda, it is delightful to see all the kids growing up and attending school all year. On my recent visit most of the kids were speaking some English with me as it is now a required course in many of the school programs. Learning English in Rwanda will be a great asset as they continue their studies through secondary school and beyond. They also study French and their native language, Kinyarwanda. 

Vania and Agape came to visit me one day in April during my stay. They both were on their way back to school and wanted to say goodbye. Agape has been accepted into a good boarding school, and will only visit her family in the few holidays each year. She stays at school, focusing on studies only. Agape is shown in her school uniform as she was leaving for school just after our visit. Vania is attending day school in another district which started the following day.

Providing funds for education is at the heart of our mission through Rwanda-one4one. Attending above average schools will bring them greater chances to attend university and securing work opportunities upon graduation. We are now able to fund 16 children's annual school fees, books and uniforms. Thank you so much for your financial support, both one-time donations and also monthly recurring donations. Your heart and generosity brings stability and hope to our families in Rwanda. How beautiful that is!

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• Rwanda-one4one