About Us
Our mission is to empowering youth and women through skills and opportunity.
Our Story From Vision to Action
To align with Rwanda’s national vision for inclusive and sustainable development, Ever Retreat Foundation launched a community empowerment project focused on youth and women. The initiative aims to break barriers to self-reliance by equipping vulnerable individuals with practical skills in tailoring, farming, weaving, art, and entrepreneurship. Through the integration of eco-friendly tourism infrastructure and local community shops, the program connects creativity with opportunity, turning local talent into sustainable sources of income.
Creating Jobs and Skills for a Better Future in Rwanda
Youth and women remain the most affected by unemployment in Rwanda, highlighting the need for sustainable opportunities and inclusive growth.
Overall unemployment rate (2023): 17.2%
Youth unemployment: 20.8%
Women unemployment: 20.3%
Men unemployment: 14.5%
Our vision
To build a self-reliant and inclusive society where youth, women, and persons with disabilities thrive through creativity, sustainable livelihoods, and community empowerment
Our Mission
To empower marginalized communities through skills training, entrepreneurship, and eco-friendly initiatives that foster culture, sustainability, and economic independence.
Our Team
Together, we serve, empower, and transform lives.
Theophile IYAMUREMYE
Founder
Yvette INDEBERA
Board Member
Emmanuel NTEZIRYIMANA
Program Manager
Doris INGABIRE
Operations Manager
Vivine GIRAMATA
Finance Manager
Juvens IRAGENA
Project Coordinator
