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Rwanda

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Why Rwanda?

In 1994, Rwanda experienced genocide against the Tutsi people, resulting in over 1 million deaths in just 100 days. The deep divisions between Hutu, Tutsi, and Twa people, created by colonisation, were formalised through identity cards, shaping the nation's history.

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Today, Rwanda grapples with lasting physical, emotional, and psychological scars, with over 75% of the population showing symptoms of PTSD within the first two years after the genocide. The aftermath includes widowed women, orphaned children, destroyed infrastructure, and widespread displacement. Despite efforts to rebuild, PTSD remains pervasive, impacting mental health, livelihoods, and community dynamics, perpetuating a cycle of poverty and trauma.

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Our work in Rwanda

Our partnership with CARSA centres around trauma counselling, rehabilitation and reconciliation, combatting the impacts of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi.

It is only as people begin to engage with their trauma and start to experience healing and hope, that they can begin to look at improving other areas of their lives.

As people begin to journey forward, we provide support in the areas of education, family support and community empowerment.

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Where our partner works - Kigali, Kamonyi and Muhanga Districts

CARSA’s approach is one of going deep with communities for long-term sustainable transformation that goes beyond surface-level changes. They have therefore chosen to focus on two key districts, engaging with communities in Kamonyi and Muhanga, as well as individuals and families based in Kigali.

The Statistics¹

38%

​of Rwanda’s population are living in extreme poverty

1/2

of all households have been headed by women

35%

of children under five are suffering chronic malnutrition and stunted growth
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66/77

LIfe expectancy at birth is only 66 years for women and 70 for men

3.3

Is the average years of schooling

6%

Enrolment rate in rural secondary schools

90%

of survivors did not have a chance to bury their relatives or perform mourning ceremonies for their loved ones

High

dropout rates for secondary schools, particularly girls

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generation of children are facing attachment disorders, as parents were unable to provide the necessary love and emotional support
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Our Partner in Rwanda - CARSA

CARSA is a non-profit organisation founded to contribute to the restoration and development of the nation of Rwanda. Since its creation in 2002, CARSA has helped transform the lives of many communities through trauma healing and reconciliation workshops, peace education and community empowerment.

 

CARSA works with survivors of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi and their direct offenders, accompanying them on their journeys of forgiveness, reconciliation, and holistic development.

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Our Partner in Rwanda - CARSA

CARSA is a non-profit organisation founded to contribute to the restoration and development of the nation of Rwanda. Since its creation in 2002, CARSA has helped transform the lives of many communities through trauma healing and reconciliation workshops, peace education and community empowerment.

 

CARSA works with survivors of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi and their direct offenders, accompanying them on their journeys of forgiveness, reconciliation, and holistic development.

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Areas in which we work in Rwanda

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Education

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Trauma Recovery

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Family Support

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Community Empowerment

Emergency Relief

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