{"id":163042,"date":"2026-08-10T14:45:29","date_gmt":"2026-08-10T11:45:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kirkonulkomaanapu.fi\/?post_type=post&p=163042"},"modified":"2026-08-10T14:45:31","modified_gmt":"2026-08-10T11:45:31","slug":"creative-arts-training-opens-new-opportunities-for-youth-in-rwamwanja","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kirkonulkomaanapu.fi\/en\/ajankohtaista\/blogi\/creative-arts-training-opens-new-opportunities-for-youth-in-rwamwanja\/","title":{"rendered":"Creative arts training opens new opportunities for youth in Rwamwanja"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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\nCreative Arts Training Opens New<\/span>
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THE MOMENT<\/strong> I stepped into the rehearsal room at the Rwamwanja Youth Centre in Rwamwanja refugee settlement, I was greeted by a chorus of voices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some young people sang with confidence while others quietly rehearsed their lyrics, repeating each line to perfect their performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The atmosphere was a mix of excitement, anticipation, and determination as each participant prepared to showcase their talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These young people were preparing for auditions to earn a place in Finn Church Aid\u2019s (FCA) Digital and Creative Economies (DICE) Programme<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The auditions attracted about 100 talented young people from across Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Implemented by FCA in Uganda since 2024, the DICE Project supports refugee and host community youth to build livelihoods through digital innovation, entrepreneurship, and the creative economy.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Successful auditions will learn digital marketing, branding and content creation to boost their work online.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

As part of the project, FCA is offering a Creative Arts Programme that provides talented youth with an opportunity to develop their abilities in music, dance, drama, singing, rap, and instrumental performance while acquiring practical digital and entrepreneurial skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The auditions attracted about 100 talented young people from across Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each hopes to secure a place in the three-month training programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Those selected will not only refine their artistic abilities but will also learn digital marketing, personal branding, content creation, and audience engagement to help them promote their work online, grow their audiences, and generate income from their talents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Young talents turn passion into possibilities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Among those auditioning was Mashimongo Bienforts<\/strong>, a Congolese refugee whose passion lies in playing the guitar. He hopes to be selected so he can sharpen his skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mashimongo Bienfort showcases his guitar skills<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI\u2019ve always loved playing the guitar, but I know there is still so much I can learn. This opportunity would help me improve my skills and become a better musician. I hope one day my talent will provide an income for me and my family,\u201d said Mashimongo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also hoping to earn a place in the programme was Sharo Chris<\/strong>, a Congolese refugee who uses rap to tell stories drawn from his life and inspire others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

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