About us
Young people in action for their community.
YADE — Youth in Action for Development — is based in Gisenyi, Rubavu District, in Rwanda’s Western Province.
Who we are
Children, young people and women, together.
YADE brings children, young people and women together through school support, sport, practical skills such as sewing, and farming.
Our name says what we believe: when young people take action, their whole community can move forward.
Our logo
What our logo shows.
- Open orange arms, reaching out
- A football at the centre — sport brings young people together
- Two red ribbons, the international symbol of HIV/AIDS awareness
- Three stars above, and our motto below: Peace, Love and Work Above all
Our motto
Peace, Love and Work Above all
Peace
Bringing children and young people together, on the pitch and beyond.
Love
Caring for children, young people and families in our community.
Work
Practical skills and farming that help people build their future.
Partner
Our partner in Gisenyi.
École Malaïka St Dominic Savio
Catholic nursery and primary school in Gisenyi, Rubavu District.
Let’s talk.
Write to us at yaderwanda@gmail.com or send a WhatsApp message to +250 784 399 245.