Stories

HOLDING ON TO HOPE: KHADER’S STORY

In Beit Hanoun, on the northeastern border of the Gaza Strip, violance has been common, there is a large population of refugees, and poverty is rampant. Children rely on coaches like Khader … Read More

STANDING STRONG: CLAIRE’S STORY

Claire was sexually assaulted, became pregnant, and out of fear of teachers and classmates, dropped out of school. Over time, she was able to reclaim her agency, return to school and wants … Read More

HOLDING ON TO HER FUTURE: LEILA’S STORY

When Leila got pregnant in Mozambique at 16, she thought it was the end of her school career. But with the help of Right To Play, she made it back to school. … Read More

STANDING UP FOR HER RIGHTS: ANGELINA’S STORY

This is the story of how one young mother in Mozambique refused to give up on her right to an education. Read More

A CHAMPION FOR CHILDREN: DANIELLE’S STORY

Danielle was just eight when the Burundi Civil War broke out in 1993. By 15, she had lost her family and was a refugee. Right To Play was present in her camp, … Read More

FINDING THE STRENGTH TO HELP OTHERS: AYA’S STORY

Before Right To Play became a part of her life, Aya was shy and nervous in group settings. Now, she fearlessly speaks to groups of girls and leads them through confidence-building activities. Read More

BIG GOALS: TAUSEEF’S STORY

STANDING STRONG: KYAW’S STORY

Clenching his fists in anger is no longer a solution for Kyaw. In Mae La in Thailand, where a generation of Karen refugees is growing up under the most difficult conditions, he … Read More