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Protection
The rights of children, women, and disadvantaged persons are known and upheld
Every child has the right to grow up free from abuse, violence, and neglect. As a child-focused organization, this is our highest priority. Children need to grow up in families and communities that are free from abuse and violence, especially gender-based violence. AEE Rwanda works to prevent violence through training and awareness campaigns that change family and community mindsets regarding children, women, and conflict resolution. By fostering safer, more supportive environments, we help ensure that every child can reach their full potential.
Women and disadvantaged groups, including people with disabilities, deserve to be safe and to fully participate in Rwanda’s society and economy.
Child Rights
For children’s rights to be met, children, parents, and communities must understand the rights children hold and the responsibilities parents and communities have to uphold those rights. AEE Rwanda engages children and adolescents through clubs and groups facilitated by trained caregivers or mentors. These groups not only educate children on their rights and how to claim them, but also provide a safe space for them to share their personal experiences. AEE Rwanda also collaborates with parents, local government authorities, and other organizations to ensure that children’s rights are clearly understood and upheld. When a child’s rights are not being met or if a child is experiencing abuse, AEE Rwanda community workers work directly to address the issue or refer it to local authorities for resolution.
Safeguarding
Children participating in AEE Rwanda projects are often vulnerable. AEE Rwanda employs safeguarding strategies to ensure that these children are not harmed by those working with them. The strategies include training workers and volunteers from AEE Rwanda and partner organizations on rights and responsibilities, as well as establishing safe channels through which abuse can be reported.
Gender Equity and Social Inclusion
AEE Rwanda works to eliminate discrimination based on gender, disability, or other social categories. Discrimination can take the form of unfair access to education or other social and emotional goods, as well as gender-based violence (GBV). AEE Rwanda conducts community-based campaigns against GBV. These include education on rights and responsibilities, including sexual and reproductive health decisions, as well as grassroots initiatives such as commissioning local groups to write and perform short plays or dances at significant local events that illustrate the problems of and solutions to GBV.
Stories from Protection
