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UNICEF RWANDA
GLOBAL GREEN GRANTS
GENERATION UNLIMITED
GENERATION G
YALI AFRICA
YWEN
GROW
MEN ENGAGE
CHANGE MAKER
GR EDIFIED GENRATION

Welcome to We Got Your Back (WGYB) NGO – Empowering the Next Generation

Our Mission

Empower and inspire children and youth by offering a nurturing environment, comprehensive support, meaningful opportunities, and resources to promote their health, education, well-being, and development.

Our Vision

A community where every child and youth has access to the essential skills, knowledge, resources, and opportunities to unlock and realize their full potential.

Who we are

We Got Your Back (WGYB) is a legally registered Rwandan non-governmental organization founded in 2019 with a bold vision: to empower children and youth from underserved communities to reach their full potential. Through innovative programs, holistic support, and youth-driven leadership, we are changing lives and transforming futures.

What we do

Education and Child Development:
Education and Child Development:

We 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.

Environmental Conservation
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.

Youth empowerment
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.

Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI):
Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI):

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

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

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.

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We are proud of the lives we’ve touched and the communities we’ve uplifted:

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Youth-Led, Impact-Driven

Meet Our Team

At We Got Your Back (WGYB), our team is the heartbeat of everything we do. We are a dynamic group of passionate young professionals, volunteers, and changemakers united by a shared vision—to empower children and youth from underserved communities across Rwanda.

 

Anastase NDAGIJIMANA
Representer
Anastase NDAGIJIMANA
Representer
Anastase NDAGIJIMANA
Representer
Anastase NDAGIJIMANA
Representer
Testmonials

💬 What People Are Saying About WGYB

Before WGYB, I was at risk of dropping out of school. Thanks to their scholarship and mentorship program, I not only stayed in school but became the top student in my class. They believed in me when I almost gave up.
Diane U.
Scholarship Beneficiary
“Volunteering with WGYB opened my eyes. I learned leadership skills, participated in peacebuilding workshops, and even led a tree-planting campaign in my district. This organization gives youth real purpose.”
Jean Claude M.
Youth Volunteer Leader
“My son has a disability, and WGYB provided him with learning materials, tutoring, and confidence. They see potential in every child, regardless of challenges.”
Alice N.
Mother of a Special Needs Child
“WGYB doesn’t just support children; they empower schools. Their teacher training workshops and resource donations have made a big difference in how we teach and reach students.”
Teacher Bosco R
Teacher Bosco R
Program Partner
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