First Lady Jeannette Kagame received Mrs Catherine Russell, Executive Director of UNICEF at @Imbuto offices, for an exchange on the fruitful collaboration across several programmes, which date as far as Imbuto Foundation's first project. #ImbutoEngages.

"I was honoured to speak today with @FirstLadyRwanda Jeanette Kagame about the great work she is doing with @Imbuto to empower a generation of young Rwandans." Said Mrs Catherine Russell, Executive Director of UNICEF.

"Thank you to @unicefchief Mrs Catherine Russell for the visit today. We are grateful for two decades with @unicefrw in striving to improve the health, education and protection of children in Rwanda." Imbuto Foundation

ABOUT IMBUTO FOUNDATION

In 2001, Protection and Care of Families against HIV/AIDS (PACFA) was established as a project under the Office of the First Lady, to mobilize resources desperately needed in the fight against HIV/AIDS. This initiative primarily focused on providing a holistic approach for dignifed lives of families, including women deliberately infected with HIV/AIDS during the Genocide against the Tutsi.

Over the years, PACFA grew to embrace more programmes and in 2007, it changed its name to Imbuto Foundation to reflect its evolution and new fields of activity, through programmes in health, education, youth and economic empowerment.

Literally translated Imbuto means “seed”. A seed well planted, watered, nurtured and given all the necessary support successfully grows into a healthy plant; one that reaches high and stands tall. This vision shapes the Imbuto Foundation’s current initiatives and future projects.

ABOUT UNICEF

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, to defend their rights, and to help them fulfil their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

Child protection and inclusion

Every child has the right to grow up in a safe and inclusive environment. UNICEF works with partners around the world to promote policies and expand access to services that protect all children.

Social policy

Every child has the right to an equitable chance in life. UNICEF works around the world to reduce child poverty and shield girls and boys from its lifelong consequences.

GENDER

Every girl has the right to fulfil her potential. UNICEF works all over the world to empower girls and women, and to ensure their full participation in political, social, and economic systems.

Innovation for children

Innovating to drive results for every child. UNICEF works with partners in every sector to co-create innovative solutions that accelerate progress for children and young people.

Research, evidence and analysis

Using data and evidence to drive results. UNICEF’s global programmes and initiatives are grounded in rigorous research and thoughtful analysis about the situation of children. Etc.