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Who We Are
We are a youth-led organization working in Rwanda and Canada to help underserved youth overcome barriers through mentorship, mental wellness, career development, and entrepreneurship. Rooted in Quaker values and open to all, we believe every young person deserves the chance to reach their full potential.
The Challenge: Barriers to Potential
Young East African individuals, whether building their lives in Rwanda or navigating the Canadian diaspora, face significant systemic barriers that limit their potential.
- In Rwanda: Challenges include access to practical knowledge, professional networks, and the kind of guidance that turns potential into possibility. Youth unemployment remains high not because opportunity does not exist, but because the bridge between young people and those opportunities too often does not exist.
- In Canada: East African youth face several challenges including systemic barriers, building a life in a new culture, and the unspoken weight of trauma inherited from conflict and displacement. These young people not only need career support, but also a community.
FCC exists to bridge these gaps, ensuring that talent and ambition are never wasted.
Our Solution
Advancing Equity Through Mentorship, Career Empowerment, and Mental Health Support.
Three Pillars of Support
Join the Movement: Your Role in Transformation
Invest in our mission to scale our impact and sustain our programs across borders.
Volunteer your time, skills, or network as a mentor or facilitator in Rwanda or Canada.
Access mentorship, mental health support, and professional development in your local region.
News
FCC Launches the SheCreates Fellowship: Empowering Rwanda’s Next Generation of Women Entrepreneurs
We are excited to celebrate the successful launch of the SheCreates Fellowship, held on November 23rd, 2025, in Kigali, a day filled with energy, purpose, and the promise of a transformative year ahead. Rooted in our vision of cultivating confident, creative, and...
Building a Bright Future: Neema’s Story of Determination and Hope
Neema's story is one of determination and perseverance. Born in Kicukiro, Rwanda in 1999, Neema faced many challenges in her education journey due to her family's financial difficulties. However, she remained a bright student and was determined to chase her dreams....
Welcome to the Friends Career Center
As a young person, you are constantly thinking of what is next. For many of us, school is always the next option up until we finish high school. However, after high school, you start asking yourself many questions. “What is Next?” Do I get a job? Do I go to...
Our Partners
Our work is made possible through donations, sponsorships, support, and collaboration from the following partners.
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