Focus areas
Seven focus areas, one direction
We work in education, empowerment, psychological support and development. Our work is organised around seven complementary focus areas.
Hatua Education
Education
School is often the first place where we learn to think for ourselves. The Education area aims to enrich this journey with activities that spark curiosity, strengthen critical thinking and help every student move forward with confidence.
Planned lines of work
Possible actions this area could develop, step by step.
- Critical-thinking workshops in schools, such as the ÉCHOS project
- Support with academic and career guidance
- Activities that encourage reading and a love of learning
- Close collaboration with teachers and school leaders
Hatua Youth
Youth
Growing up means making choices, sometimes alone. The Youth area aims to offer young people spaces where they are listened to, supported and encouraged to build their life plans at their own pace.
Planned lines of work
Possible actions this area could develop, step by step.
- Spaces for listening and dialogue among young people
- Psychological support and well-being
- Mentoring with older peers and professionals
- Opportunities to get involved in civic life and volunteering
Hatua Women
Women
When a woman moves forward, a whole family often moves with her. The Women area aims to help remove the barriers holding girls and women back, and to support their independence.
Planned lines of work
Possible actions this area could develop, step by step.
- Empowerment and self-confidence workshops
- Support for economic initiatives led by women
- Awareness-raising on girls’ education
- Peer exchange and support circles
Hatua Communities
Communities
Lasting change is built with the people who live it. The Communities area aims to work hand in hand with neighbourhoods, families and local actors to bring about solutions that fit.
Planned lines of work
Possible actions this area could develop, step by step.
- Community meetings and dialogues
- Support for existing local initiatives
- Awareness-raising activities with families
- Mobilising volunteers from the neighbourhoods
Hatua Skills
Skills
An opportunity is easier to seize when you are prepared for it. The Skills area aims to help young people and adults gain practical, sought-after and transferable know-how.
Planned lines of work
Possible actions this area could develop, step by step.
- Introductions to digital skills
- Life-skills training: communication, organisation, decision-making
- Introduction to entrepreneurship
- Job-search preparation: CV, cover letter, interview
Hatua Leadership
Leadership
Leadership is not just about being in charge: it is the ability to bring others towards a shared goal. The Leadership area aims to reveal and train those who will help their communities move forward.
Planned lines of work
Possible actions this area could develop, step by step.
- Leadership training programmes
- Public-speaking workshops
- Support for youth-led projects
- Meetings with inspiring figures and professionals
Hatua Research & Impact
Research & Impact
Acting well requires understanding well. The Research & Impact area aims to ground the foundation’s work in a detailed knowledge of the field and to report transparently on its effects.
Planned lines of work
Possible actions this area could develop, step by step.
- Field studies and surveys to better understand needs
- Monitoring and evaluation of projects
- Sharing lessons learned with partners
- Transparent information for donors and the public
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