About TSDO Together for Sustainable Development Organization (TSDO) is a local organization dedicated to promoting sustainable development in Rwanda. TSDO empowers vulnerable communities—especially women, youth, and persons with disabilities—through inclusive programs focused on education, health, economic empowerment, environmental protection, and civic participation. Mission To contribute to the sustainable development of Rwanda by empowering vulnerable communities—especially women, youth, and persons with disabilities—through inclusive programs in education, health, economic empowerment, environmental protection, and civic participation. Vision To see a resilient, inclusive, and self-reliant Rwandan society actively engaged in sustainable development. Objectives Promote inclusive and equitable access to quality education for all. Improve nutrition and reduce stunting (kugwingira) among vulnerable populations. Empower communities to fight poverty through income-generating projects and financial literacy. Advocate for environmental protection and responsible natural resource management. Strengthen community participation and accountability through good governance and civic engagement. Program Priorities Inclusive Education for All Reintegration of school dropouts, especially adolescent girls, youth in vulnerable situations, and children with disabilities. Literacy programs for illiterate adults, with a strong emphasis on empowering women and girls. Advocacy for education policy reforms to support inclusive, quality education. Nutrition program Community awareness and training on balanced diets and food diversity. Establishment of kitchen gardens (home vegetable plots) to improve daily nutrition. Small livestock farming (e.g., rabbits) to increase access to protein-rich foods and income. Focus on reducing malnutrition and stunting among children. Poverty reduction program Support to beneficiaries to develop small income-generating activities. Training in financial literacy and collaboration with microfinance institutions and banks. Encouragement of savings groups and cooperative development with women in leadership roles. Environmental protection Sensitization campaigns on environmental conservation and climate change adaptation. Tree planting in new urban areas and deforested zones. Community engagement, especially women-led green initiatives for sustainable resource use. Good governance promotion Community training on rights, responsibilities, and participation in public decision-making. Promotion of citizen engagement in local development plans and national civic programs. Strong emphasis on women's leadership and their role in governance and accountability. TSDO's Commitment to Women Empowerment Across all programs, TSDO places women at the center of its interventions, recognizing their vital role in achieving sustainable development. The organization ensures: Women's active participation in decision-making and program implementation. Priority access to training, education, and economic opportunities. Promotion of gender equality and women's rights in all advocacy efforts.