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 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.
In addition to their involvement in the construction of Early Childhood Development (ECD) classrooms, the international volunteers from the Netherlands also engage in various sports and recreational activities with local youth from the surrounding communities. These interactions serve as a platform for cultural exchange, mutual learning, and the strengthening of social bonds.
