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.
06
Nov
A Lesson in Hope: How Rhoda is Reimagining Basic Education in Ghana
In 2017, I returned to my hometown in the Upper East Region of Ghana and was struck by
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29
Oct
When Children Find Their Voice, Change Begins
I’m Shreyansh Srivastav, a youth facilitator and social entrepreneur passionate about transforming the way children learn and perceive
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23
Oct
How One Workshop Sparked a Journey of Leadership, Empowerment, and Community Impact
I know what it feels like to have a dream so big it lights up your heart and
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20
Oct
Black Girl’s Tale: Finding My Voice, Empowering Others
Growing up as a young girl in Nigeria, I experienced gender-based violence in different forms, some subtle, others
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30
Sep
Art, Advocacy, and Hope: The Journey of COHAS
Every Sunday, I take a small journey that has changed the way I see life and hope. When
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25
Sep
One Egg at a Time: How Youth Can Change a Community
I grew up in Mukinga, a small village in northern Rwanda. Life in Mukinga was simple, but it
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These are stories from within the Peace First team.
14
Aug
A Serendipitous Discovery of Gratitude, Vulnerability, & Strength.
At Peace First, I have had the opportunity to closely understand the implications of taking up leadership spaces,
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09
Aug
Beyond Me, Towards We
Growing up in Nigeria, I remember hearing about the public school in my community, with its library bereft
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09
Aug
Where do I start: Gathering the Courage to tell Untold Stories
Gathering the story of Walter and his community was an extraordinary journey that taught me the true essence
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14
Jul
The “Co” in Co-leadership: My First Year at Peace First
My partnership with Isaac has been integral to the beginning of Peace First’s new chapter. We shared a
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13
Jun
Embracing the Tapestry of Leadership: Reflections on a Year at Peace First
Today marks a year since I began my journey at Peace First, and as I venture into this
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26
Apr
Welcoming Winter BreeAnne to the Peace First Board
We are excited to announce that Winter BreeAnne Minisee has joined the board of directors at Peace First.
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