Stories
Fighting for Her Future: Fatou’s Story
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Antou Was Meant to Be Married — Instead, She Found Her Way Back to School
Twelve-year-old Antou was facing forced marriage and exclusion from school after her family was displaced by conflict in Mopti, Mali. Without documentation or protection, her future was being decided for her. Here's … Read More
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How Seynabou Leads Girls in Senegal to Break Barriers Through Sport
Girls in Sédhiou face strong cultural barriers that limit their participation in sports and leadership. Few women are recognised as coaches, and many girls lack safe spaces to build confidence and life … Read More
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Kadidia: The Teacher Who Learned to Teach All Over Again
In Bandiagara, Mali, years of conflict and displacement filled Kadidia's classroom with children carrying trauma — and left her without the tools to reach them. Through Right To Play's EMPOWER project, Kadidia … Read More
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How Play Helped Rachele Find Her Strength Again
In Burundi, stigma and limited access to mental health support can make it difficult for young women experiencing emotional distress to seek help. But Rachele found support and healing through play. Read More
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From the Sidelines to Leadership: Kémo’s Rise Through Sport
Growing up with a disability in rural Senegal, Kémo was often confined at home and excluded from sports and social life, leading to isolation and low confidence. Through Right To Play’s RECAF‑Jeu … Read More
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Mentoring Teachers, Transforming Classrooms: Sylvester’s Journey
When Sylvester started teaching in Ghana, his methods were traditional. But with our training, play‑based learning reshaped his teaching philosophy. Now, he's leading the way for other teachers. Read More
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When Sirenie Took the Field, Girls Followed
In Sirenie’s community in Burundi, girls who played football were often criticised and discouraged. Many believed sport was only for boys. But Sirenie thought otherwise. Read More
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A Brother’s Keeper: Thomas is Guiding Boys in Ghana
Nurse Thomas creates a safe space where boys learn about protection, communication, respect, and accountability — helping them become informed partners and active contributors to preventing teenage pregnancy in their community. Read More
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