Stories

By sharing regular stories and updates, everyone who is involved with Tostan Canada can remain connected.

Read about the experiences of our generous supporters, our dedicated team members, and most importantly, the communities who are making their vision for the future come alive.

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Highlights from my inspiring visit to The Gambia

Highlights from my inspiring visit to The Gambia

Written by Kelly Baxter Greetings to all our Canadian donors and friends! I have just returned from my annual trip to West Africa for Tostan’s annual Board Meeting. This year we visited The Gambia, where, in addition to holding our board meeting, I had the privilege...

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Spotlight on Girls: The Marietou Law

Spotlight on Girls: The Marietou Law

Story by Penda Mbaye, Senior Program Officer in Dakar, Senegal Many years ago I was a facilitator of Tostan’s human rights-based education program, the Community Empowerment Program (CEP), in the small district of Hersent in Thiès, Senegal. There, I saw a 15-year-old...

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Portrait of a Leader: Yama Bathia

Portrait of a Leader: Yama Bathia

A few years ago, Yama Bathia experienced gender-based violence in her own home.  Since that day, she has worked hard to create a safe space for problem solving in her community of Bougnadou Manjaque and to challenge harmful social norms, such as female genital...

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