Secondary school education

Forward Africa Education Trust’s school programme is a values-led initiative expanding educational access and personal development opportunities for young people in Rwanda, particularly girls.

Programme Description

Working closely with our local Partner The Rwandan Quakers, our programme works with secondary schools to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds through a combination of educational support, mentoring, skills development, and community engagement.

Objectives

Improve access to quality education and reduce barriers to school completion
Build students’ confidence, leadership capacity, and life skills
Equip young people with practical skills for further education, employment, or entrepreneurship
Promote peace, civic responsibility, and positive social values

Aims

Enable students to remain in school and perform to their potential
Develop well-rounded, resilient, and socially responsible young adults
Foster long-term aspiration, self-belief, and informed decision-making
Strengthen links between schools, families, and local communities

Outcomes

Improved attendance, retention, and completion rates
Increased self-confidence, leadership, and teamwork skills
Clearer post-school pathways into higher education, training, or work
Young people who contribute positively to their communities and act as role models for others