Stories

THE CONFIDENCE TO LEARN: VICTORIA’S STORY

Victoria is a bright and determined nine-year-old who dreams of being a doctor. Victoria knows that to achieve her dream, she has to do well in school. She’s able to pursue her dream thanks to the support of Tumaini, her Right To Play-trained teacher, who uses play in the classroom to make the classroom an engaging and inclusive place for both girls and boys.

DETERMINED TO LEARN: MAMERTE'S STORY

Believing In Themselves: Bertha and Bilkis’ Stories

How two young women in Ghana overcame gender stereotypes and stigma to become outspoken leaders for girls in their community.

Ahmad's Story

When Ahmad was a baby, he survived birth asphyxia which left him with long-term physical impacts. Growing up he felt isolated, ignored, and self-conscious. Right To Play’s TOGETHER project in the Palestinian Territories has helped create an inclusive environment where Ahmad can play, learn, and thrive.

HOW NADIRA OVERCAME BULLYING AND FOUND HER VOICE

More than 1.5 million Syrian refugees have sought shelter in Lebanon since the Syrian civil war started in 2011. Nadira’s family is among them. They’ve been living in a refugee camp in South Lebanon since she was born. Growing up in the camp, Nadira faced many of the challenges that are common for those experiencing displacement. But after Nadira started attending play-based learning sessions at a local centre, things started to change.

HOW PETER WENT BACK TO LEARNING

Peter couldn’t afford a school that could accommodate his disabilities. That meant he wasn’t going to school at all. Thanks to the help of the Right To Play-trained school inclusion committee, Peter is back in class, learning and playing with his peers.

BRIGHTER THAN GOLD: BALLA’S STORY

Balla, 12, worked in Mali's most dangerous gold mines. Today, she is back in school, excelling in mathematics and French, and wants to go to medical school. This is her journey.

Small Hands, Big Dreams

Palestinian children suffer from the constant threat of violence and conflict. Through games, they learn to deal with their fears.