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📚 Education & Youth Development
Since its founding in 2016, Friends Effort to Support Youth (FESY) has been dedicated to ensuring that Rwandan youth and women have access to quality education and learning opportunities that prepare them for the challenges of the modern world. Education is not just about literacy; it is about unlocking potential, fostering critical thinking, and creating pathways to meaningful careers.
FESY recognizes that many young people face barriers to education, including limited resources, lack of vocational guidance, and insufficient exposure to practical skills. To address these gaps, FESY has implemented comprehensive educational programs designed to equip youth with knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to thrive academically and professionally.
At FESY, education is more than learning — it is a powerful tool to unlock potential, nurture leadership, and build a brighter, sustainable future for Rwanda’s youth and women.
Vocational and Technical Training
FESY provides hands-on vocational training in IT, tailoring, modern farming, and other in-demand skills, empowering youth to build sustainable careers.
Programs are offered in partnership with technical schools, local businesses, and international organizations, ensuring that learning is aligned with market needs.
Our dual-training approach, exemplified by initiatives like My Farmer My Story, blends classroom instruction with practical experience, giving students a real-world edge in their fields.
Life Skills and Leadership Development
Beyond technical knowledge, FESY emphasizes leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Through workshops, mentorship, and peer-learning programs, youth develop confidence, self-discipline, and decision-making abilities, which are essential for both personal growth and professional success.
Life skills training includes time management, communication, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship, preparing youth to become innovative and responsible leaders.
Promoting Access and Inclusivity in Education
FESY works to bridge educational inequalities, especially for youth and women from vulnerable or rural communities.
Initiatives include providing scholarships, mentorship programs, and learning resources to ensure that all participants can fully benefit from educational opportunities.
Our programs are tailored to meet the diverse needs of learners, ensuring that no youth is left behind
Collaboration with Educational Partners
FESY collaborates with technical and vocational schools, universities, and international partners to enhance the quality and relevance of its programs.
For example, the Azubi Welcome Program offers Rwandan youth access to dual vocational training in Germany, equipping them with advanced skills and international exposure.
Partnerships like these expand horizons, allowing youth to learn best practices, technology innovations, and modern pedagogical approaches.
Impacting Communities and the Nation
By equipping youth with education and skills, FESY contributes directly to community development, economic resilience, and sustainable growth.
Our graduates have launched businesses, secured employment, and led community initiatives, creating a ripple effect that strengthens families and neighborhoods.
Education programs are designed not only to empower individuals but also to foster a generation capable of driving Rwanda toward a prosperous future.
📊 Our Achievements in Education (2016–2024)
5.000+ youth and women trained in vocational and technical skills.
Hundreds of adolescents mentored in life skills, leadership, and career development.
Scholarships and learning resources provided to disadvantaged youth across multiple districts.
International training exposure through programs like the Azubi Welcome Program.
Direct impact on communities, with graduates contributing to local economies, educational initiatives, and social development projects.
