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OUR PROGRAMS & STRATEGIC AREAS

REFAC’s programs and strategic areas reflect its commitment to expanding learning opportunities, advancing inclusion, strengthening governance, and generating evidence for education reform.

We focus our expertise on five core strategic goals designed to drive national development and align with Global Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education).

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“Education Without Barriers”

True education policies must:

  • • Recognize diversity – respecting the unique identities, abilities, and needs of learners.
  • • Ensure inclusion – removing barriers so that marginalized and vulnerable groups are not left behind.
  • • Guarantee equity – giving every learner the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

— Benson Rukabu

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“Education Without Barriers”

Inclusive policies are not only about access, but also about justice, dignity, and opportunity. By embracing diversity, Rwanda moves closer to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education for All.

“An inclusive education system is the foundation of a just and thriving society.”

— Benson Rukabu

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“Education Without Barriers”

At Rwanda Education for All Coalition (REFAC), we believe that every child, youth, and learner—regardless of background, gender, disability, or socio-economic status—has the right to equal access to quality education.

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“Education Without Barriers”

“Education must be inclusive, diverse, and equitable.”

Benson Rukabu,
National Coordinator, REFAC

I.

Education Access and Skills Development Program

Focus: Expanding learning opportunities across the life cycle.

Includes:

  • • Early Childhood Education
  • • Adult Literacy
  • • Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)

II.

Inclusive and Equitable Education Program

Focus: Ensuring marginalized groups can access and benefit from education.

Includes:

  • • Special Needs / Inclusive Education (children with disabilities)
  • • Girls’ and Women’s Education
  • • Community awareness campaigns such as the African Child Day

III.

Education Governance, Advocacy and Accountability Program

Focus: Strengthening education system governance and transparency.

Includes:

  • • Policy advocacy with the Ministry of Education Rwanda
  • • Local school governance initiatives such as Twiyubakire Imiyoborere y’Uburezi
  • • Monitoring education resource allocation

IV.

Research, Capacity Building and Knowledge Management Program

Focus: Evidence generation and strengthening institutional capacity.

Includes:

  • • Education research and evidence-based reforms
  • • Data collection and validation using digital tools (e.g., Kobo Toolbox)
  • • Monitoring and evaluation
  • • Capacity building for teachers and civil society organizations
  • • Partnerships with bodies like the Global Partnership for Education, Global Campaign for Education and African Network
Projects

OUR PROJECTS

Our projects reflect REFAC’s deep commitment to transforming Rwanda’s education system through strong civil society leadership, evidence-based advocacy, and genuine inclusion. From strengthening accountable and citizen-centered education governance to advancing inclusive digital transformation, promoting gender equity, and enhancing national policy influence, each initiative is designed to bridge gaps between policy and practice, empower marginalized learners, and deliver quality education for every child. Together, these efforts build lasting capacity, foster collaboration with government and communities, and drive measurable progress toward national priorities and global goals ensuring no child is left behind.

Policy Advocacy
Ongoing 2024-2026

Policy Advocacy

REFAC works with civil society, government institutions, schools, and communities to strengthen policies that protect the right to inclusive, equitable, and quality education.

Project partner

Global Partnership for Education

Community Engagement
Ongoing 2023-2026

Community Engagement

Community participation helps REFAC surface real education challenges, support local action, and keep learners at the center of advocacy.

Project partner

Trocaire / FCDO-UK

Research and Evidence
Completed 2024

Research and Evidence

REFAC uses research, monitoring, and digital data collection to turn community experience into evidence for policy and program improvement.

Project partner

GIZ / Global Campaign for Education

Governance and Accountability
Ongoing 2022-2025

Governance and Accountability

REFAC promotes accountable education governance so resources, decisions, and services respond to learners and communities.

Project partner

REFAC Coalition Partners