Growing More Than Food: A mother’s nutrition journey
Jacqueline from Gicumbi struggled to provide proper nutrition for her child, believing healthy meals were unaffordable. Through the EU-funded Kungahara project, she learned to grow vegetables, raise chickens, and prepare balanced meals using local resources. This initiative empowered mothers, proving that knowledge—not wealth—can transform family nutrition and community well-being.
Belise’s Journey: From Struggle to Self-Sufficiency with the Kungahara Project
Meet Murekatete Belise, a mother of three children, a young boy and girls twins from Gakenke district, Northern Rwanda. She used to face significant challenges in providing nutritious food for her family, especially her twins who are still at baby age. Trying to address that, she decided to grow a vegetable garden as she knew […]
When Making the Bed Marks the Beginning of a Better Future: Nyandwi and Regina’s Story
Nyandwi and Regina’s marriage, once marred by conflict and abuse, transformed through the GEAR project’s Journey of Transformation. Nyandwi embraced equality, shared decisions, and supported household chores. Their renewed partnership brought safety, respect, and legal marriage—proving that challenging harmful norms strengthens families and fosters peace in communities.
