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With a tapestry of stories, dreams and struggles that are the very essence of the human spirit, the International Network for Human Rights Europe (RIDHE) brings together the voices and testimonies of courageous young people, who have faced forced exile, uncertainty and adversity with unwavering determination.
These are chronicles of those who have found light in the midst of darkness, thanks to a beacon of hope: the emergency education program for young people in situations of forced exile, which has benefited and restored the right to education to 160 Nicaraguan young people.
As they explained, since its inception, this program has been more than an educational initiative, achieving a commitment, an unbreakable pact with displaced youth, a promise of dignity and a better future.
“I was eager to acquire more knowledge and skills, to better face the challenges of the world of work, but first I had to put financial needs that seemed infinite first and with this, access to higher education seemed to be beyond my reach. When I received the news that I had been selected for the RIDHE scholarship program, I felt a mix of emotions, but, above all, deep determination,” said Amy Chávez, a young Nicaraguan intern who trained in business administration with a focus on human resources.
With a comprehensive approach, RIDHE, through its Emergency Education program, has been dedicated not only to providing academic knowledge, but also to offering safe shelter, emotional support and opportunities for personal and professional development.
“Every intern here is a living proof of the human capacity to overcome the most challenging circumstances. Your stories are testimonies of resilience, courage and perseverance,” said the director of RIDHE, Electra Lagos, who also indicated that hope and renewal are necessary for young people.
“Every intern here is a living proof of the human capacity to overcome the most challenging circumstances...
The beneficiary Nicaraguan students are between 16 and 40 years old and are within the territory as well as in exile in Costa Rica. The program also seeks to collaborate with the construction of the professional and academic profile of the fellows, according to the academic areas in which those selected in Costa Rica are enrolled are art, health, engineering, law, economic, social and political sciences in at least 10 universities.
For Angel Martinez, it is important to mention the humanistic vision of the program, since it ensures the needs of the most vulnerable people.
“This very supportive part of the organization is demonstrated by psychological support, prioritizing our mental health as interns, which personally has helped me a lot; you can see the organization's social commitment to this program and for that I am grateful, a very good initiative,” said the student who has been training in mechanical engineering since exile.
The director of RIDHE left an important message for the students:
“They are not alone. Despite the difficulties you face, remember that education is an inalienable right that no one can take away from you. Every page they study, every skill they acquire is one more step towards realizing their dreams and building a better world,” he concluded.
