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Thematic Work Areas

Empowering Youth, Building Communities, and Driving Sustainable Change

Our Thematic Work Areas

We are committed to creating lasting impact in underserved communities through our targeted thematic work areas. From promoting inclusive education and empowering youth leadership to advancing environmental conservation and championing gender equality, our programs are designed to provide young people with the resources, opportunities, and support they need to unlock their full potential. Explore how our diverse initiatives are helping to transform lives, build resilience, and drive positive change in Rwanda and beyond.

Education and Child Development

At We Got Your Back NGO, we are committed to promoting inclusive and quality education for children and youth in underserved communities. Our efforts focus on providing equitable learning opportunities, especially for children with special needs, and empowering them through transformative education. We understand the financial challenges many families face, so we provide support for school fees and help children access scholarship opportunities, enabling them to pursue their education without financial barriers.

In addition to financial support, we equip students with essential learning materials, including textbooks, stationery, and technology tools, to enhance their learning experience. We also provide tutoring services and mentorship programs to help students excel academically and build confidence. To further support their educational journey, we operate a library that offers a wide range of resources, including books, reference materials, and access to digital resources. This library serves as a valuable space for study, research, and self-directed learning, fostering a love for reading and education in the community and ensuring students have the tools they need to expand their knowledge.

Our work extends to supporting schools by offering teacher training, creating inclusive curricula, and developing specialized resources for children with disabilities. Through these efforts, we ensure that every child has access to a well-rounded education, regardless of their background. By collaborating with schools, local communities, and families, we build a holistic support system that fosters the academic success and personal growth of every child and youth we serve.

Key Initiatives:

  • Equitable Learning Opportunities: We provide financial support for school fees, scholarships, and access to essential learning materials such as textbooks, stationery, and technology.
  • Specialized Support for Children with Disabilities: We focus on creating inclusive curricula and providing specialized resources for children with disabilities, ensuring no child is left behind.
  • Mentorship and Tutoring: Through tailored tutoring services and mentorship programs, we help students build confidence, excel academically, and realize their potential.
  • Library and Learning Hub: We operate a community library that offers a wide range of learning resources, providing a space for study, research, and self-directed learning.
  • Teacher Training: We support local schools by offering professional development for teachers, helping them create inclusive learning environments that cater to all students.

Youth Empowerment

At We Got Your Back, we ignite the leadership potential in children and youth, empowering them through mentorship, workshops, and impactful projects. By fostering social awareness and encouraging active participation, we equip them with the tools to drive change for a fairer and more sustainable society. Through skill-building, we enable them to tackle pressing social issues, champion inclusivity, and advocate for justice, creating a generation of leaders dedicated to making a lasting difference.

We leverage digital mentorship as a powerful tool, connecting young people with experienced professionals to guide them on their career journeys in the digital world. Through personalized mentorship, youth gain insights, advice, and support to navigate the complexities of the digital landscape, enhance their skills, and reach their career aspirations. Alongside mentorship, we provide opportunities such as jobs, internships, apprenticeships, and career guidance, offering practical experience and pathways to meaningful employment. These opportunities allow youth to apply their knowledge in real-world settings, develop valuable skills, and build professional networks, with access to remote work and international opportunities.

We also provide scholarships and fellowships to fuel the ambitions of young individuals, offering financial support and exclusive access to top-tier educational programs, training, and leadership development. These opportunities enable youth to pursue higher education or specialized training without financial barriers, helping them develop expertise in their chosen fields. Learning exchanges offer transformative experiences where youth collaborate with peers from different cultures, exchange knowledge, and gain new perspectives on global issues, expanding their understanding and creating opportunities for international networking.

At We Got Your Back, we encourage co-creations, where youth actively contribute to innovative projects, collaborating with young leaders, organizations, and mentors to solve problems and create sustainable solutions. These efforts cultivate creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork skills. We also organize events and summits to provide platforms for youth to share their ideas, engage with industry leaders, and participate in discussions that shape the future of technology, business, and society, inspiring action and driving youth engagement in shaping the digital age.

Through these initiatives, We Got Your Back empowers youth to become leaders, innovators, and change-makers, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and support to succeed in a rapidly evolving world.

Key Initiatives:

  • Mentorship and Career Development: We offer digital mentorship programs that connect youth with experienced professionals, helping them navigate their career paths and succeed in the digital world.
  • Job Opportunities and Internships: We facilitate internships, apprenticeships, and job placements to provide youth with practical experience, career guidance, and opportunities for employment.
  • Scholarships and Fellowships: WGYB provides scholarships and fellowships to support youth in pursuing higher education and specialized training, breaking down financial barriers to success.
  • Co-Creation and Innovation: We encourage youth to actively participate in innovative projects, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork to solve pressing global challenges.
  • Youth-led Events and Summits: We organize platforms where young people can share ideas, engage with industry leaders, and shape discussions around the future of technology, business, and society.

Environmental Conservation

Environmental conservation is an important mission of We Got Your Back NGO, committed to promoting community well-being through a variety of climate actions in Rwanda. We actively engage in tree planting initiatives, including establishing tree nurseries to ensure sustainable reforestation and ecosystem restoration. Our focus extends to land restoration projects that combat soil degradation, enhance agricultural productivity, and restore natural habitats. We are dedicated to protecting forests, a crucial resource for biodiversity and climate stability, by advocating for policies and practices that prevent deforestation and promote sustainable land use.

Our efforts contribute to Rwanda’s broader climate action goals, aligning with national strategies to combat climate change. We empower communities, especially youth, by promoting sustainable agricultural practices, offering training and resources to help individuals adopt green farming techniques that protect the environment and improve livelihoods. Through these initiatives, we proudly support the “Green Rising” implementation in Rwanda as the leading youth-led organization to implement the program, driving a vision of climate resilience and sustainability. By combining environmental education, eco-innovation, and agricultural empowerment, we are building a greener, more resilient future for all.

Key Initiatives:

  • Tree Planting and Reforestation: We actively engage in tree planting programs and establish tree nurseries to promote sustainable reforestation and ecosystem restoration.
  • Soil and Land Restoration: Our land restoration projects focus on combating soil degradation and promoting sustainable agricultural practices that improve both environmental health and community livelihoods.
  • Youth-led Green Farming Initiatives: We empower young people to adopt sustainable farming techniques, providing training and resources that protect the environment while improving agricultural productivity.
  • Advocacy for Sustainable Practices: We work to influence policies and promote practices that protect forests and support sustainable land use, contributing to Rwanda’s national climate action goals.

Gender equality and Social Inclusion

At We Got Your Back (WGYB) NGO, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) are integral to our mission of empowering children and youth from underserved communities. We recognize that achieving true empowerment requires addressing the social barriers that prevent equal access to opportunities for all young people, regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ability, race, ethnicity, or religion. By promoting GESI, we aim to create a fair, inclusive society where every individual, particularly those from marginalized groups, has the opportunity to thrive.

Our Approach to Gender Equality and Social Inclusion

We believe that every young person, regardless of their background, deserves the same opportunities for growth and development. Therefore, WGYB actively works to dismantle gender and social barriers that hinder the full participation of all children and youth. This approach ensures that we contribute to building a community where inclusion is at the heart of everything we do.

Our initiatives foster a culture where young people are treated equally, encouraged to pursue their dreams, and supported in overcoming obstacles based on their gender, socio-economic status, or any other form of exclusion. This commitment is underpinned by the following key actions:

  • Promoting Gender Equality

    We advocate for the equal treatment of girls, boys, and individuals of all genders, ensuring that they have access to the same opportunities in education, health, and employment. By challenging gender stereotypes and societal norms, we aim to reduce gender-based discrimination and violence. Through workshops, mentorship, and educational programs, we work to empower girls and young women, giving them the tools to take charge of their own futures and make meaningful contributions to their communities.

  • Engaging Men and Boys

    We recognize that achieving true gender equality requires the active participation of men and boys. As such, we critically engage men and boys in challenging traditional gender norms and attitudes that perpetuate inequality. By involving them in discussions about gender, we aim to transform attitudes towards women and girls, encourage positive behaviors, and promote shared responsibility in creating an equitable society. Our programs involve men and boys as allies, advocating for gender equality and helping to prevent gender-based violence.

  • Inclusive Education

    We focus on promoting education that is accessible to all, particularly for marginalized groups such as girls, children with disabilities, and those from disadvantaged backgrounds. We provide specialized support to ensure that every child and youth, regardless of gender or social background, has access to quality education. This includes offering scholarships, specialized learning materials, and mentorship to help those who may face social or economic barriers to succeed.

  • Social Inclusion of Marginalized Groups

    WGYB recognizes that certain groups, including youth with disabilities, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, and ethnic minorities, face multiple layers of exclusion. Our work focuses on ensuring that these groups are not left behind but are included in all our initiatives. We promote the active participation of marginalized youth in decision-making processes, providing them with platforms to share their voices and contribute to community development.

  • Empowerment through Leadership

    By fostering youth leadership, we ensure that young people, particularly girls and other marginalized groups, have the confidence and skills to become agents of change. We provide opportunities for leadership training, mentorship, and active participation in decision-making. Through these initiatives, youth are encouraged to take leadership roles, advocate for their rights, and push for policies that promote equality and inclusivity.

  • Zero Tolerance for Discrimination

    WGYB maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards any form of discrimination, including gender-based violence, sexual harassment, or any other type of social exclusion. This principle guides all of our operations, ensuring that every young person feels safe, valued, and respected within the organization and in the communities we serve.

Our Key Activities in Gender Equality and Social Inclusion

  • Workshops and Training

    We organize workshops and training sessions focused on gender equality, social inclusion, and the importance of diversity. These programs aim to sensitize young people, communities, and leaders about the need for equal opportunities and social justice. We also conduct special sessions to engage men and boys in promoting gender equality.

  • Mentorship and Capacity Building

    Through mentorship programs, we provide personalized guidance to youth, particularly from marginalized groups, helping them develop the skills and knowledge they need to overcome barriers and succeed in their careers and life goals.

  • Advocacy and Awareness

    We advocate for policies that promote gender equality and social inclusion at local and national levels. This includes raising awareness about the rights of marginalized groups and pushing for legislative changes that support equality and justice.

  • Support Networks

    We establish support networks that empower youth from diverse backgrounds, ensuring they have the resources and connections to navigate societal challenges and pursue their aspirations.