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.
09
Dec
Redefining the Future of Hispanic Girls in STEM
Building Erandi Aprende has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life, both personally and professionally.
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27
Nov
Rising Above: Education, Advocacy, and Empowerment with Elimu Care
Growing up in Kisauni, Mombasa, I witnessed the struggles of my family and community firsthand. Watching my mother’s
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25
Nov
Advocating for Justice, Peace, and Education: My Journey with Full-Circle Learning Uganda
I am Ruphin Kungwa, a passionate advocate for justice, peace, and education. Originally from the Democratic Republic of
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25
Nov
From Struggles to Strength: Empowering Rural Youth to Dream Beyond Boundaries
My life growing up was a blend of hope and challenges. Growing up in a rural town back
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25
Nov
From Sea to Plate: Empowering Women and Promoting Nutrition through Seaweed in Tanzania
Growing up in the coastal city of Dar es Salaam, I was surrounded by the beauty of the
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20
Nov
How Talent Mine Academy is Transforming Lives Through Education
My name is Aramide Kayode, and I am committed to transforming the lives of children in low-income communities
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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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