Category: CPAJ

  • Youth from Korean University Council for the Social Studies (KUCSS) Welcomed by EPR Church for a Special Camp Promoting Child Welfare

    Youth from Korean University Council for the Social Studies (KUCSS) Welcomed by EPR Church for a Special Camp Promoting Child Welfare

    On Monday, August 4, 2025, the Vice President of the EPR Church officially welcomed a youth delegation from South Korea, representing the Korean University Council for the Social Studies (KUCSS), in collaboration with the KOICA project under CPAJ.

    The event was also attended by the representative of Kagarama Sector and the Delegate of the National Rehabilitation Service (NRS).

    the Vice President of the EPR Church officially welcomed a youth delegation from South Korea
    the Vice President of the EPR Church officially welcomed a youth delegation from South Korea

    The ceremony marked the official launch of a special youth camp, where the visiting delegation will work closely with Rwandan youth, focusing especially on supporting children living in vulnerable conditions that expose them to street life.

    The camp will emphasize discussions and activities aimed at improving the wellbeing of these children.

    In her address to attendees, the Vice President highlighted the following key points:

    • Education: Education is the foundation of a good life. We are all called upon to work together to help these children develop values that distinguish right from wrong, foster self-respect, and encourage personal growth.
    • Health: Sustainable development cannot be achieved without good health. During this camp, participants will discuss how to maintain health by preventing diseases and recognizing when to seek medical care. Special attention will be given to sexual and reproductive health, which is crucial for our youth to avoid adverse consequences.
    • Hygiene: Hygiene is the source of health. We hope that today’s children will understand the importance of personal cleanliness, including body hygiene, clothing, living environments, and play areas, as essential measures to prevent diseases and promote self-esteem.

    The Vice President of EPR concluded by expressing gratitude to KOICA for their instrumental role in organizing the camp, affirming that these lessons will yield significant positive outcomes by offering children renewed hope and a brighter future.

    He wished all participants a successful camp filled with unity, collaborative learning, and purposeful recreation.

     

     

  • Teen mothers trained in CPAJ Center

    Teen mothers trained in CPAJ Center

    The Presbyterian Church in Rwanda engages in various activities, including initiatives aimed at supporting and empowering young people by providing vocational training. One of its institutions, CPAJ, operates under the education department and is located in Kicukiro District, Kagarama Sector. This center offers vocational training to young people in different fields, such as tailoring and hairdressing.

    What makes this center unique is its special focus on teen mothers  in  Kicukiro District. These teen mothers attend vocational training while bringing their children with them, ensuring they receive proper care. The center has hired caregivers to look after the children while the mothers are in class, allowing them to focus on their studies. However, the mothers also get breaks to check on their children. Each training cycle lasts six months before a new group starts.              

     

  • 57 Students trained by CPAJ received their certificates,

    57 Students trained by CPAJ received their certificates,

    On August 31, 2022, students trained by the CPAJ (Centre Presbyterien d’Amour des Jeunes) received their certificates.
    The number of students trained in sewing and hairdressing is 57, including 18 boys and 39 girls.

    The speech of the Representative of the Presbytery of Kigali, where the CPAJ is located, talked about this formation as a presentation of a beautiful gift, like the capital, that the Church has given to these young people. He asked them to show improvement in their Lifestyle.

  • Centre Presbytérien d’Amour des Jeunes

    Centre Presbytérien d’Amour des Jeunes

    ‘Centre Presbyterien d’Amour des Jeunes (CPAJ)’ Is a church center that trains young people in different trades: sewing, hairdressing, and welding.