Following the initial mission of GHDF of promoting peace, unity and reconciliation through debate and dialogue, training youth in and out of schools to improve their critical thinking, public speaking and self-confidence has been one of the pillars of the organization. We believe that the children and the youth are the leaders of tomorrow and they must learn to research and think critically, know how to express themselves and stand for what they believe in.

Throughout the years, thousands of adolescents have benefited from these debate trainings, large numbers of trainees have participated in national and regional competitions, and former students are now training the next generation. GHDF also manages two youth centers in Rwanda where vocational trainings, sexual and reproductive health education, trainings on ICT, entrepreneurship, and recreational activities take place. Vocational trainings include: Tailoring, Hair dressing, Electronics, Mechanics, Catering.

These trainings have given the opportunity to participants to develop their professional skills and encourage their personal and social development. After learning these skills and income generating activities, the participants are encouraged to form cooperatives and small enterprises to have access to finance and further their economic empowerment.