Our Approaches
AJECL carries out its transformative activities through a set of interconnected approaches that have proven to be effective and sustainable. With their social innovation character, these approaches have brought into fruition tangible results in the areas of peace, socioeconomic, and psychosocial development of young people. Building on the lessons learned, these approaches will continue to be central to AJECL’s work over the second generation of the 21st century (2026-2050).
Gwizamahoro Program 2100
The activities and programs of AJECL fall under an approach and framework called “Gwizamahoro Program 2100.” “Gwizamahoro”, an AJECL’s recognized brand, literally means “Have Peace in Abundance.”
Intra-Intergenerational Dialogue
The “Intra-Intergenerational Dialogue Approach”- IIDA is an integral component of the Gwizamahoro Program 2100. It is structured around six classical guiding questions: When? Why? ...
Gwizamahoro Clubs
AJECL implements its youth peace education activities through Gwizamahoro clubs established in secondary schools, in higher learning institutions, and in the local communities.
Magnetic theatre
Under the “My 20 Years Are Protected” program, our in-school and out-of-school graduate members 0f the Gwizamahoro Clubs are actively engaged in advocating for the protection and preservation of youth health threats.
Critical thinking promotion
AJECL’s mission is to educate young people to become mature citizens, capable of resisting all kinds of manipulation and exploitation, and committed to advancing peace, justice, and inclusive socio-economic progress through non-violent means.
Gwizamahoro cup
As part of promoting a culture of fraternity and peace through active non-violence, AJECL collaborates with parishes and local communities to organize youth sports and cultural competitions under the banner of the “Gwizamahoro Cup.”
Saving and Internal Lending Communities (SILCs)
AJECL’s entrepreneurship support targets low-income and vulnerable youth. They receive 20–40 hours of training on: Designing and managing income-generating activities, Leadership, Financial management, Nonviolent conflict resolution.
Magnetic theatre
Under the “My 20 Years Are Protected” program, our in-school and out-of-school graduate members 0f the Gwizamahoro Clubs are actively engaged in advocating for the protection and preservation of youth health threats.