Stories

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When Sirenie Took the Field, Girls Followed

In Sirenie’s community in Burundi, girls who played football were often criticized and discouraged. Many believed sport was only for boys and feared girls who played would damage their reputations. Despite these … Read More

From Local Coach To Global Referee: Bilal’s Story

Bilal is a FIFA international referee and the founder of two thriving football academies in Tripoli that give more than 150 children, many of them girls, a safe space to play and … Read More

From a Struggling Tutor to an Award-Winning Teacher: Shamim’s Story

Shamim always wanted to be a teacher and make a difference in children’s lives, but a lack of training held her back. As a tutor, she struggled to support her students’ learning … Read More

Fighting for Her Future: Fatou’s Story

In Cap Skirring, Senegal, 14-year-old Fatou faced mockery and exclusion for pursuing her dream of wrestling. Through Right To Play’s RECAF-Jeu project, she built confidence, resilience, and leadership skills, transforming into an … Read More

Larissa: Hjelper flyktningbarn med å overvinne hindringer

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

Hakizimana: Hvordan han vant over mobbing og isolering

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

Changing the Game: Dela’s Story

Dela is a teacher with an unusual side hustle: she has a YouTube channel where she inspires teachers and caregivers to support children’s learning and development through play. But she wasn’t always … Read More