Right To Play

When girls are supported, their confidence turns into leadership, and their leadership drives change. This #InternationalWomensDay, we’re celebrating the power of girls and women who lead, and transform their communities. Because when girls rise, we all rise.

This #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the power of girls to drive change and become the leaders the world needs. Through the SHARE project, Right To Play, @WaterAidCanada and @FAWEAfrica are partnering to help young people stand up for their rights. Learn how 👇

Through the SHARE program, Zoe found the confidence to talk openly about her body and her rights — and now she’s helping other teens do the same. Ahead of #InternationalWomensDay, her story shows how education powers healthier futures. Read more: righttoplay.com/en/stories/how…

Displacement. Closed classrooms. Families forced from their homes. Across Lebanon and the Palestinian territories, children are navigating fear and uncertainty no child should experience. Donate today to help children cope: righttoplay.com/en/news/middle…

We are closely monitoring the evolving situation in Lebanon. All our staff are safe and taking precautions as the situation unfolds. Supporting children’s emotional well-being remains central to our response. Read more: righttoplay.com/en/news/middle…

Growing up, Mahnoor was often told to stay quiet & keep her dreams to herself. That shifted when she joined a Right To Play program, where play‑based activities helped her build confidence and find her voice. #InternationalWomensDay Read Mahnoor’s story: righttoplay.com/en/stories/fro…

Meet Fatou, a young wrestler from Senegal who’s proving that girls belong everywhere, including the wrestling ring. Leading up to #InternationalWomensDay, read her full story on our website: righttoplay.com/en/stories/fig…

On #WorldNGODay, we’re celebrating the people who make our work possible. The staff, partners, teachers, coaches, youth workers, volunteers, and community leaders who show up every day to support children and their dreams. Today, we honour you.

Play gives children a powerful way to release stress, feel grounded again, and reconnect with joy. It’s one of the simplest and strongest tools we have to support their mental well‑being. How does play show up in your own self‑care?

On 20 Feb 2026, Right To Play International President & CEO @jessiecthomson visited EP Nyakabungo, Kayonza. She witnessed Learning through Play with Technology in action, students coding on XO laptops, showcasing ICT solutions, and young learners thriving in ECD through play.

An honour to meet His Excellency Minster @JoNsengimana today in Kigali to discuss @RightToPlayIntl's work in #Rwanda. We discussed the importance of investing in the early years, the power of #play, the Government's education priorities & areas for collaboration in the future.

Another great meeting in Kigali today with the Minister of State for Sports His Excellency @NgarambeRwego.🙏 We discussed the importance of sports for child development, social cohesion, gender equality, social, emotional learning, & physical & mental health.⚽️ 👉#powerofplay!

"Giocare" "Jouer" "Gukinisha" "Ciyaar" Play may sound different in every language, but its power is universal. 🌍 No matter the word, the impact is the same: play helps children thrive. Your turn: how do you say play in your language?

When children grow up in safe, playful spaces where they know their rights and their worth, they’re ready to stand up for both. That’s the power of play: it helps children build the confidence and courage to speak up and shape more just communities. #PlayChangesEverything

Our team dug into the archives to share some of our memories of play. Play helped us learn, connect, grow, and find confidence, and that’s why we work to ensure every child has the chance to play, learn, and thrive. Swipe through and tell us your favourite way to play growing up?

On #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience, we’re celebrating young innovators like Lea, a student in Rwanda who designed a smart fridge through Right To Play’s #PlugInPlay program. When we make space for girls to explore, create & lead, there’s no limit to what they can do.

As the #WinterGames begin, we’re reminded every journey starts with play. In the moments of curiosity, confidence, and joy, children start imagining what’s possible. Stand with us to protect children’s right to play, so every dream has a place to begin. #WinterOlympics #Olympics

Child rights leader Adele uses confidence gained with Right To Play to talk about saying no to FGM and early marriage. Ahead of #InternationalDayOfZeroToleranceForFGM, we honour leaders like Adele who help children stand up for their futures. #EndFGM #Invest2EndFGM

Respect Our Rights turns movement into lessons about staying safe, making healthy choices, and supporting one another. When learning is playful, it empowers children long after the game ends. See how play can help protect children: righttoplay.com youtu.be/IgOmR5ypeaI?si…

What does confidence look like when a child finally feels seen and supported? Hamza's transformation began with play. Through the EQIE program and local partner @NABAA2001, he went from sitting quietly at the back of the room to helping classmates and building new routines.