Follow the stories of young people in our community around the world to learn more about the challenges they have observed, the solutions they are innovating, the impact they’ve made and how Peace First is supporting them on their changemaking journey.
13
Mar
Turning Pain into Purpose: My Journey as a Sickle Cell Advocate
Looking back at my change-making journey, I see it as the ultimate transformation—turning pain into purpose. What once
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06
Mar
Championing Justice: Oluwaseun’s Path to Advocacy and Impact
From a young age, I have always been passionate about the pursuit of justice. Those who knew me
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05
Mar
Shoe for the Shoeless: Edna Frimpong’s Mission to Empower Through Footwear
This desire led to the birth of the "Shoe for the Shoeless" project. I realized that many children
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27
Feb
From Afghanistan: A Journey of Empowerment through Education
But that sense of hope was shattered on August 15, 2021. As the Taliban seized control of Kabul,
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26
Feb
STEM for Change: Abdul Karim Sesay’s Mission to Empower Sierra Leone’s Youth
Our impact extends beyond technology. We engage youth using innovative methods like chess, Scrabble, and STEM activities to
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24
Feb
From Stigma to Strength: The Impact of the Period Tracking Booklet in Tanzania
What inspires me most about this initiative is my own experience growing up. I vividly recall the day
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These are stories from within the Peace First team.
13
Nov
Little Faces, Big Stories: A Journey of Hope in Pamplona
From the moment I set foot in Pamplona, I was struck by the raw humanity of the situation.
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16
Oct
Career Choice as a Conscientious Decision: My Experience Addressing Students in Lagos, Nigeria
What does it take to make a career choice that truly aligns with who you are? Recently, I
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20
Jun
From Moments to Movements: Reflections on Youth Leadership
The past year has taught me that while moments of success are important, it is the movement —
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12
Jun
Four Lessons I Learned from my Time at Peace First
Leaving a place where I have felt such a strong sense of belonging is never easy. But as
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08
May
In the Shadow of Unjust Suspicion: The Spark Behind Brothers With Books
Growing up, only a few things could puncture the bubble of our boisterous laughter as we played outside:
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09
Apr
What I Learned from Working with Indigenous Communities
As someone who often works behind the scenes, offering support to our fantastic team at Peace First, having
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