Education is not a choice but a necessity. At Helping Heart Family Rwanda, we believe no child should be left behind. That is why we launched the Tumurere Yige Program, meaning “Let us raise them to learn.” This initiative provides educational support to children who are often forgotten: those from extremely poor families, orphans, and children we’ve rescued from life on the streets.

Our work in justice and legal advocacy stems from the belief that justice must begin within families and communities. Through our legal department, we run the program Ubutabera Butangirira mu Muryango, which translates to “Justice Begins at Home.” This initiative promotes awareness and prevention of gender-based violence (GBV), especially as it affects children, women, and marginalized groups.
We conduct community-based outreach through local leaders, school programs, and community forums to help people understand the devastating effects of GBV, how to prevent it, and how to safely report abuse. By educating the public on legal rights and responsibilities including laws governing persons and families, land ownership, and GBV we empower citizens to act before violence occurs.

At the heart of our mission lies a deep belief in the power of youth to create lasting change. Through structured mentorship programs and community-driven projects, we nurture young people with the tools, knowledge, and confidence they need to take charge of their future.

Drug abuse continues to harm the potential of countless young people across Rwanda. In response, Helping Heart Family Rwanda developed a prevention and reintegration campaign under the banner: “Your Future Is Bright – Don’t Dim It with Drugs.”
This program carries a simple but powerful message: Say no to drugs. We raise awareness in schools, neighborhoods, and community centers through creative outreach, art, and testimonies. Our goal is to prevent drug use before it begins by helping youth understand the consequences and make empowered decisions.