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.
07
May
From struggle to purpose
From an early age, I dreamed of becoming an astronomer, gazing at the stars and exploring the mysteries
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01
May
Sowing Seeds of Resilience
For as long as I can remember, my biggest dream has been to graduate. In my community, stepping
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23
Apr
From a Midwife to a Changemaker: My Journey to Transforming Maternal and Reproductive Health care in Ghana.
My journey began in the labor ward, where I witnessed firsthand the struggles of pregnant women, particularly market
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17
Apr
Fueling the Future: STEM, Strength, and Social Impact
From a young age, I have been fascinated by how technology can solve real-world problems. Growing up in
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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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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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