About Destiny Helpers

At Destiny Helpers we walk alongside Rwanda's adolescents and youth— especially teen mothers—restoring dignity, building resilience, and creating opportunities for a brighter future by offering targeted educational programs and accessible services like psychosocial support, case management, leadership & mentorship programs, skill-building workshops, and career guidance sessions.

About the NGO

To empower Rwanda’s youth and teen mothers through mentorship, life skills, and holistic support, enabling them to shape their destinies and restore hope. Established in May 2020 by Mrs Mujawase Jacqueline

Our Vision

An empowered generation of adolescents and youth who make informed decisions, supported by a society free from stigma and discrimination.

Our Mission

Empower Rwanda’s adolescents and youth through targeted educational programs and accessible services. We also engage with communities to cultivate environments that nurture their potential, enabling them to secure their bright futures and fulfill their destinies.

Our Core Values

Youth Empowerment – Committed to helping adolescents and teen mothers reach their full potential.
Inclusivity – Embracing and respecting diversity across all backgrounds and generations.
Compassion – Acting with empathy and care in every interaction.
Integrity – Upholding honesty, transparency, and accountability in all we do.
Agility – Responding swiftly and effectively to emerging needs.
People-Centered – Valuing every individual and prioritizing their wellbeing.
Excellence – Continuously improving to create lasting, meaningful impact.

Our Strategic Direction

Destiny Helpers operates with a clear strategic framework focused on sustainable impact and community transformation:

Holistic Development – Providing comprehensive support that addresses educational, psychological, and socio-economic needs of our beneficiaries.
Community Integration – Working closely with local communities to ensure sustainable change and reduce stigma against teen mothers and vulnerable youth.
Capacity Building – Strengthening individual capabilities through skills training, leadership development, and mentorship programs.
Partnership Excellence – Collaborating with government agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners to maximize resource utilization and impact.
Evidence-Based Programming – Using data and research to inform program design and measure outcomes for continuous improvement.

Our strategic approach ensures that every intervention is sustainable, scalable, and aligned with Rwanda's national development goals.

Why / Rationale?

19,406

Teenage births in Rwanda (2023)

Adolescent pregnancy remains a significant concern, with over 19,000 girls aged 10-19 giving birth in 2023.

11% - 13%

Children living without biological parents

A large proportion of Rwandan children grow up without parental care, exposing them to greater risks.

90%

Of these children live with relatives

Most children outside parental care live in households headed by relatives, often lacking guidance.

Complex Environment

Raising Adolescents & Youth

The challenging environment leads to uninformed decisions, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.

19,406

Teenage births in Rwanda (2023)

Adolescent pregnancy remains a significant concern, with over 19,000 girls aged 10-19 giving birth in 2023.

11% - 13%

Children living without biological parents

A large proportion of Rwandan children grow up without parental care, exposing them to greater risks.

90%

Of these children live with relatives

Most children outside parental care live in households headed by relatives, often lacking guidance.

Complex Environment

Raising Adolescents & Youth

The challenging environment leads to uninformed decisions, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.

These statistics highlight the pressing need for targeted interventions to support and empower young people and their communities. This need inspires the work that Destiny Helpers does, as the core of our mission is to bring hope and transformation to the young people and communities of Rwanda, equipping them with the knowledge and resources necessary to make informed decisions and foster a bright future.

What We Do

Destiny Helpers specializes in social protection for vulnerable adolescents and youth, especially teen mothers, through education, mentorship, and holistic support.

Educational Programs

We offer school-based and community-based education, including psychosocial support, SRH, and life skills.

Mentorship & Leadership

Our mentorship, leadership, and empowerment programs help youth and teen mothers build confidence and resilience.

Case Management

We provide individualized case management and psychosocial support for those facing complex challenges.

Skill-Building & Careers

We run skill-building workshops and career guidance sessions to prepare youth for a brighter future.

Meet Our Core Team

Visionary Leaders. Compassionate Servants. Dedicated Change-Makers.

MUJAWASE Jackline

Executive Director

ABATONI Lilliane

Director of Finance

Dr. Julius Kamwesiga

Director of Strategic Alignment

ISHIMWE Cedric

Chief Operations Officer

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