Stories
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A DREAM OF FLYING: SADIA’S STORY
Sadia wants to be a pilot someday, but her parents can’t afford to send her to school. She’s refusing to give up on her dreams, and is studying with a Right To … Read More
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GIVING BACK: KAINAT’S STORY
After Kainat’s father passed away, she struggled to finish her university courses. Right To Play helped her become a coach, find the confidence in herself, and complete her studies. She passes those … Read More
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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
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Holding on to Her Future: Leila’s Story
When she became pregnant, Leila thought it was the end of her education. More than half of girls in Mozambique do not finish primary school, and the most common reason they drop … Read More
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WORKING TOGETHER: SARATA’S STORY
55% of school-age children in Mali are involved in some form of work. Sarata was one of them, working in the mines after the death of her father pushed her family into … Read More
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Free to Be Himself: Taha’s Story
Taha is a Palestinian refugee who grew up with a mobility impairment. He felt helpless and struggled to leave his home in Gaza, but thanks to a psychosocial support program for children … Read More
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Finding Hope for the Future: Martha's Story
When schools were closed due to COVID-19, Martha's family couldn't afford at-home tutors, and she was under pressure to end her education and find work in Accra. That's when Alhassan intervened. Read More
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BRIGHTER THAN GOLD: BALLA'S STORY
Balla, 12, worked in Mali's most dangerous gold mines. Today, she is back in school, excelling in mathematics and French, and wants to go to medical school. This is her journey. Read More
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