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In celebration of International Literacy Day 2024, M2E Foundation is proud to recognize the efforts made to promote literacy among various stakeholders in the education sector in Rwanda. Reflecting on our positive and improved results from last year, we are especially proud of our student community, whose unwavering commitment to literacy has led to our schools being ranked 1st and 3rd out of 91 public schools in Musanze District, Northern Province of Rwanda. Additionally, our two schools received 51 letters of excellence to boarding schools, out of a total of 230 from all public schools in the district. Although M2E-supported schools represent only 2% of the district's total, we earned 22% of these letters of excellence. As the academic year begins tomorrow, we wish our 2,300 students a successful and fulfilling year ahead. We are also excited to launch our newest program, which will help us reach 8 new schools this year, impacting more than 10,000 students through capacity building for school leaders.

Storytelling is a powerful tool for any organisation looking to build a strong brand. From connecting with stakeholders to achieving objectives, the benefits are numerous. In this week’s article, Tabvi Motsi (MBA), Co-Founder at The B.Shop Africa and Creative Director at The Kilmanjaro Project, explores how some Social Impact organisations have utilised storytelling in their branding strategy for increased impact. If you’re interested in Development Communications, there’s a lot to learn from today’s article. You can read the full article here on The Comms Avenue Blog - https://lnkd.in/dH2k2ukd #TheCommsAvenue #Communications

Storytelling is more than a marketing tactic; it's a powerful tool for driving social change. By crafting and sharing different narratives, NGOs and social enterprises can amplify their impact by connecting with audiences on a deeper level, building trust, and inspiring action. Discover how The Kilimanjaro Project, Jibu Inc., WaterAid , One Acre Fund, and UNICEF leverage storytelling to transform communities and align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Read more in this article. #Storytelling #BrandStrategy #SocialImpact #NGOs #Africa #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityEmpowerment #UNSDGs #MarketingForGood #MellowCreme #TransformativeStories #InspireChange #BrandAuthority #Wateraid #WateraidAfrica #WaterAidRwanda #CommunicationsTraining #visitrwanda #SocialEnterprise WaterAid East Africa UNICEF Zimbabwe Karen Sumie Runde Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship The B.Shop Africa

My Debut Book is Finally Out! Great Father's Day Gift! This Father's Day month, I'm proud to announce the launch of my debut book, 45 Lessons from My Father, now available on Amazon in both paperback and ebook formats! This book is a collection of invaluable life lessons grounded in African traditions and wisdom, beautifully illustrated with love by my daughter and me. Whether you're a first-time father, an experienced parent, or someone seeking inspiration and guidance, this book offers personal anecdotes, cultural insights, and universal truths. Gift a copy to a father figure in your life and celebrate the wisdom passed down through generations. Special thanks to my daughter Mandipa, who created the cover illustration and title design. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dn6BxsaR Thank you for your support, and I hope these lessons touch your heart and inspire your journey. #NewBook #DebutAuthor #FathersDay #Parenting #Fatherhood #AfricanWisdom #Storytelling #Memoir #Biography #Shona #Zimbabwe #Inspiration

"A Mother's Embrace is Where Love Finds Its Home" In '96, my mom went away, Since then, Mother's Day felt gray. But seeing my daughters, full of cheer, Makes me feel that Mom is near. They're loved by their mom, so dear and true, In their smiles, I see her, too. So, let's celebrate moms far and wide, You are Africa's heart, You are our pride. To moms in tough places, we send our love, You're strong like the elephant’s love. On this day, let's shout out loud, For every mom, standing tall and proud. "Wherever love is needed most, there you'll find a mother's embrace." Written by Mellow Creme #MothersDay #LoveAndStrength #CelebrateMoms #mellowcremelove #dearmama #songformama