Friends of Motherland Initiative

When a child starts missing school, a home visit can help us understand why. Through @LIFT_Rwanda program in @GisagaraDistr , FMI “Ubumuntu” works with #families and #schoolleaders to agree on the support each child needs and follow up to help them #stayinschool.

Hello, friends! 👋 Every step forward has a story. In our October #Newsletter , meet the people behind the progress and see what happens when #communities and #partners work together. 👇 bit.ly/4iIvtnU 📖 Read the stories at the link above.

Today, through the Weekend and Holiday Coaching programme , #children are practising #traditionalRwandandances for our annual #BoxingDay celebration in December. As they dance together, they develop their #talents and learn to respect and support one another.

And strengthening implementation and monitoring. Together, we are building inclusive communities where everyone has access to proper nutrition and no one is left behind! #InclusiveDevelopment #Nutrition #DisabilityInclusion 2/2

This Friday at Gisagara Urugero rw’Ibishoboka Arena, stakeholders participated in a training on disability-inclusive nutrition budgeting, focusing on integrating nutrition interventions into District and Sector development plans, allocating resources, 1/2

The training focuses on strengthening participants' capacity to integrate these priorities into District Development Strategies (DDS), Sector Action Plans, Annual Action Plans, and other development programmes to promote inclusive and sustainable community development. 2/2

Happening Now at Gisagara Urugero rw'Ibishoboka Arena! We are conducting a training session aimed at providing practical guidance on identifying, costing, and allocating resources for disability-inclusive and nutrition interventions within district and sector budgets. 1/2

Season A begins at FMI “Ubumuntu”Youth-Led Agroecology Learning Site in @GisagaraDistr. Young farmers learn smart agriculture to grow more on small plots,adapt to climate change and protect the environment. This can build resilience,strengthen food security and improve nutrition.

Under the Engage project. Participants pledged inclusive services,updated disability records and data tools,plans addressing disability needs, awareness through umuganda and support for kitchen gardens.We will continue training and mentoring to turn these commitments into action.

Yesterday, FMI “Ubumuntu”, in partnership with @NUDOR_Rw and @WFP,convened Gisagara’s leaders, health professionals and community representatives at Mont Huye Hotel for training on disability inclusion, nutrition-sensitive planning, inclusive budgeting,data and accountability,1/2

🔴 HAPPENING NOW | Mont Huye Hotel FMI “Ubumuntu”in partnership with @NUDOR_Rw and @WFP is currently training @GisagaraDistr local leaders,health professionals and community representatives on #disabilityinclusion and #nutrition in planning and budgeting under the Engage project

#Children and #youth in @GisagaraDistr are learning again and dreaming again. Through the @LIFT_Rwanda Program and FMI “Ubumuntu”, they are returning to school, gaining #skills and pursuing their #ambitions. bit.ly/4yQvUCt Click the link to read their stories.❤️

Today, children in our Weekend and Holiday Coaching programme explored #PersonalGrowth , learning how self-belief, clear #goals and #dailylearning help them pursue their #dreams . We closed with traditional dance, celebrating talent and cultural heritage. #ChildDevelopment

Real stories, community progress delivered directly to your WhatsApp. Follow FMI “Ubumuntu” #whatsapchannel for inspiring #stories , project #updates and #opportunities to get involved. 📲 Tap the link and stay connected. 👇 whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb6… @GisagaraDistr

work with Gisagara’s Health Department on a data tool covering children with disabilities and those whose parents have disabilities. Training follows on 3 Nov 2026 under our #DisabilityInclusion and #Nutrition initiative, in partnership with @NUDOR_Rw and supported by @WFP. 2/2

DRIVING INCLUSIVE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT IN GISAGARA Yesterday, FMI “Ubumuntu”, represented by Programs Manager DUSHIME Jean, joined Gisagara’s #JADF meeting on graduation programme follow-up, teenage pregnancy and child stunting, highlighting gaps in disability data.We will 1/2

Progress begins with reflection and a shared vision. FMI “Ubumuntu” members gathered at our headquarters in @GisagaraDistr for the #GeneralAssembly to review #achievements, discuss #challenges and shape future #priorities. 👌Every #contribution moves our #mission forward.

CHILD'S #EDUCATION DESERVES #PARENT 'S TIME, CHILD'S #DREAMS DESERVE YOUR SUPPORT. Supporting a child's education starts with listening, showing interest, encouraging effort, and working with #teachers . 👉FMI “Ubumuntu” calls on #families to support children’s learning.

HER PERIOD WON’T PAUSE HER DREAMS Every girl has dreams worth protecting. No girl should miss school because of her period . FMI “Ubumuntu” remains committed to supporting girls from low-income families to learn with dignity and confidence . 🤝Together, let’s end period stigma.

Today’s Weekend and Holiday Coaching program combined various games, including football, with reflection. Children shared lessons in teamwork, respect and perseverance, recognising how everyone’s effort supports a shared goal on the playground and beyond. #LearningThroughPlay