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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
Spotlighting Our Mentee Peruth Manirasubiza: Aspiring Future Nurse
Peruth's dream of becoming a nurse is fueled by her deep-seated desire to nurture and educate those in need, aiming to enhance their lives with knowledge on balanced nutrition and personal hygiene. Her ambitions extend beyond the immediate act of caregiving; she...
FCC Wins 3 Awards, Securing Over $10,000 at McGill University’s Dobson Entrepreneurship Competition!
🏆 We are thrilled to announce that Friends Career Center is one of the winners of the McGill Dobson Cup! 🏆 After multiple rounds of pitching, our team has secured an impressive array of accolades, winning 3rd place in the McGill Dobson Cup, 2nd place in...
Breaking New Ground: FCC’s First Workshop in Canada
Mental Health Awareness and Trauma Healing Workshop "Well for Mental Health" is an initiative aimed at training communities in mental health and trauma healing using peer support networks. It involves organizing community workshops, seminars, and events to raise...
Our Partners
Our work is made possible through donations, sponsorships, support, and collaboration from the following partners.
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