Umuri Foundation

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Our Work

At UMURI Foundation, our work goes beyond just developing technical sports skills, it’s about creating a safe and empowering environment for young people, especially the most vulnerable. We believe in the transformative power of sports as a tool to build resilience, foster hope, and support long-term educational goals. Our grassroots programs are designed to protect youth from negative influences, while empowering them with the life skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to break the cycle of poverty and thrive in their communities. Through our efforts, we strive to shape a brighter future for young people across Rwanda.

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Our Transformative Programs

Umuri Academy

Empowering through education

Umuri Academy

Our flagship program that combines academic excellence with sports training, nurturing well-rounded individuals ready to take on the world.

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Community Empowerment

Building stronger communities

Community Empowerment

We work hand-in-hand with local communities to develop sustainable solutions, fostering unity and progress for all.

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Umuri Forward

Shaping the future

Umuri Forward

An innovative initiative focusing on technology and leadership skills, preparing our youth for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.

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Our Impact

Transforming lives through sports and education

85,000+

Health & Life Skills

Young people in health education activities

15,000+

Youth Engagement

Children in sports events across Rwanda

500+

Street Children

Street children in reintegration programs

800+

Health Services

Free HIV tests offered with partners

600+

Women Empowerment

Girls and women empowered through our program

Coach Training

Peer coaches trained in various skills

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Programs

Kina Unirinde 2.0: Empowering Girls Through Sports in Nyagatare

Using sports as a tool, Kina Unirinde 2.0 empowers girls and young women in Nyagatare District with SRHR education and life skills.

October 29, 2024 Read Full Story

Events

International Day of the Girl 2024: Building Strong Futures

Strong girls, strong future! Celebrating the power of sports in building confident, empowered girls ready to take on the world.

October 11, 2024 Read More

Programs

World Mental Health Day 2024: Mental Well-being in Sports

Mental well-being is key on the field and at work. Prioritizing mental health in grassroots sports.

October 10, 2024 Read More

1/2 Today we were honored to join the National Education Inclusion Symposium by @FCDOGovUK , @CambridgeEd & @unicefrw. Our participation highlights our commitment to inclusive education through sports, empowering young girls & children with disabilities. #InclusionMatters pic.twitter.com/PjHCgNQQMe
— UMURI FOUNDATION (@UmuriFoundation) February 6, 2025

1/2 The journey continues! With the support of @FCDOGovUK & @unicefrw and Our co-creation workshop in @KarongiDistr is empowering 25 coaches and caregivers to positively use sport in promoting education for young girls and children with disabilities! #InclusiveEducation pic.twitter.com/8t4WOMtKgf
— UMURI FOUNDATION (@UmuriFoundation) January 26, 2025

1/2 In partnership with @unicefrw & @FCDOGovUK, we expanded our reach to @KarongiDistr .This week, we met with Mayor @GeraldMuzungu and local leaders to discuss implementing sports/football-based interventions to tackle education barriers for girls & CWDs. #KinaUnirinde #S4D pic.twitter.com/UUJJV1Gbhe
— UMURI FOUNDATION (@UmuriFoundation) January 8, 2025

1/2 Exciting news! Today, we launched the GIRL Program co-creation workshop in @GisagaraDistr, empowering 20 coaches & caregivers of 800+ young girls & children with disabilities. Using sports to enhance performance on the field & in school! #GIRLProgram #YouthEmpowerment pic.twitter.com/ZFYbcp12Uj
— UMURI FOUNDATION (@UmuriFoundation) January 22, 2025

Empowering voices, transforming lives! Participants share inspiring testimonies on how #KinaUnirinde program, in partnership with @Imbuto, is breaking barriers and promoting gender inclusion through sports and life skills in @NyagatareDistr.#Nyagatare #YouthEmpowerment pic.twitter.com/7si2ADW3CA
— UMURI FOUNDATION (@UmuriFoundation) February 7, 2025

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At Umuri Foundation, we believe that all children deserve the opportunity to be part of a sports program that provides a healthy & safe environment through football. ⚽️

Happy to have established #KiyombeUmuriAcademy, youth now have a safe space to learn, grow, and belong. pic.twitter.com/3tiwNblqgo
— UMURI FOUNDATION (@UmuriFoundation) February 12, 2025

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Testimonials

Diane

Coach, Nyagatare Sector

"Kina Unirinde 2.0 is praised for its mixed-gender sessions and inclusion of teen mothers, fostering talent, inclusivity and growth beyond football"

Gerard

Coach, Nyagatare Sector

"The program has motivated me to involve more youth, include mental health discussions, and engage parents in supporting their children's health."

Allouette

Teen Mother, Nyagatare

"As a teen mother, this program has inspired me to encourage more young people to join, include mental health talks in our sessions and involve parents to better support their children's health."