Strive Foundation Rwanda

Reaching the Most Vulnerable: How Field Officers Make a Difference

In the most remote parts of Western Province, Rwanda, continues to make a meaningful impact.
The SFR field officers team travels across remote areas of and to ensure that no family is left behind.

During their visits, field officers engage directly with project participants, especially children in vulnerable households(child headed households). They review school progress, encourage improved academic performance, and guide children and their families to remain disciplined and focused on their future.

Beyond education, SFR promotes practical solutions to everyday challenges. Supported families are equipped with knowledge on smart farming practices, including growing food crops, as well as proper waste management through composting. These simple yet effective approaches help improve food security and living conditions.

More importantly, these visits go beyond service delivery they build trust, restore hope, and strengthen resilience within families. Through consistent support and guidance, SFR is helping communities move towards a more stable and self-reliant future. Aktion Tagwerk Human Help Network Bernard Muramira

Last week on 17th April 2026, at Maison de Jeunes Kimisagara in the City of Kigali-NyarugengeDistrict, the vibe was all about learning, empowerment, and good energy! Strive Foundation Rwanda (SFR), together with Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) and other partners, rolled out another exciting phase of the ongoing World AIDS Day (WAD) 2025 campaign keeping the momentum strong in the fight against HIV.

This wasn’t just an event it was a safe and engaging space for young people, especially Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW), to connect, learn, and speak openly about real-life issues. From HIV and STI prevention to TB, sexual and reproductive health (SRH), and gender-based violence (GBV), the sessions were interactive, relatable, and youth-centered.

One of the biggest highlights was the youth-friendly support centre set up by SFR, where participants accessed free HIV self-test kits and condoms, empowering them to take control of their health confidently and privately. Guidance was also provided on how to use the kits, understand the results, and seek further care when needed.

And it didn’t stop there! To make the day even more impactful and memorable, participants also received supportive gifts like school bags, reinforcing the message that their health, education, and future all matter.

Through music performances, dance, drama, acrobatic dance, and open quiz conversations, and community engagement, young people were able to break stigma, ask questions freely, and build confidence in making informed health choices.

This ongoing WAD campaign proves that when young people are empowered with the right knowledge, tools, and support, they can lead the change. Together, we are building a healthier, stronger, and HIV-free generation. Rwanda Health Global Fund for Women The Global Fund City of Kigali Health Development Initiative-Rwanda (HDI) Rwanda NGOs Forum on AIDS and Health Promotion

Targeted Community Outreach and Mobilization Campaign on Malaria Prevention in Kicukiro District

From March 31st to April 2nd, 2026, Strive Foundation Rwanda (SFR), in collaboration with and , successfully implemented a targeted community outreach and mobilization campaign on malaria prevention across Gahanga, Kanombe, and Masaka sectors in Kicukiro District. The campaign aimed to bring essential health services closer to communities and strengthen awareness and practices related to malaria prevention and treatment, particularly in identified hotspot areas.

The campaign was officially launched on March 31st, 2026, in Kagasa Cell, Gahanga Sector, one of the areas most affected by malaria. The launch event was conducted in partnership with the Vice Mayor in charge of Economic Development Affairs (Deputy District Executive Administrator (DDEA) of Kicukiro District and the Social and Behaviour Change Advisor (SBC Advisor) from Jhpiego. It marked the beginning of a strategic, community-centered intervention designed to enhance knowledge, promote preventive behaviors, and improve early treatment-seeking practices.

During the first day, a total of 587 community members participated, including 180 men and 407 women, reflecting strong community engagement and a growing commitment to malaria prevention efforts. The outreach featured comprehensive health education sessions delivered by healthcare providers and implementing partners. Key focus areas included the consistent use of Long-Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLINs), introduction to the Multiple First-line Treatment (MFT) approach and its benefits, the importance of seeking early medical care when experiencing fever, and maintaining environmental hygiene to eliminate mosquito breeding sites.

The sessions were highly interactive, allowing community members to ask questions, clarify doubts, and address misconceptions about malaria. Observations from the field indicated strong participation, particularly among women, and a high level of interest and willingness to adopt recommended practices. These engagements underscored the importance of sustained community outreach in driving behavioral change and improving health outcomes.

Following the successful launch, the campaign continued on April 1, 2026, in Busanza Cell, Kanombe Sector, and concluded on April 2, 2026, covering additional areas including Masaka Sector. The closing phase of the campaign was attended by senior leadership, including the Strive Foundation Rwanda Executive Director-Mr Muramira Bernard and officials from the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC), demonstrating high-level commitment to malaria prevention initiatives.

Across the three days, the campaign reached a total of direct 598 participants through intensified community sensitization in hotspot areas. Emphasis remained on preventive measures such as proper LLIN use, environmental management, and awareness of multiple first-line treatment options. In recognition of exemplary local efforts, 17 community leaders were awarded LLINs for achieving 100 percent Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) coverage in their respective areas.

Generally, the campaign significantly strengthened community knowledge, encouraged positive behavioral change, and reinforced the importance of collective action in combating malaria. The success of this initiative highlights the effectiveness of coordinated partnerships and community-driven approaches in reducing malaria risks and improving public health in Kicukiro District