We are honored to be among those attending ‘Ku Gicaniro’ (Bonfire), a gathering organized by Peace and Love Proclaimers PLP to commemorate the 1994 Genocide against Tutsi, and educate youth on preventing genocide from ever recurring.

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#NARPartnerships Under our 'Dufatanye Kwiyubakira Igihugu (DKI)' project, and in collaboration with organizations like ARK FOR COMMUNITY, social transformation activities in communities such as those in Rusizi District can be successfully implemented.
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Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim brothers and sisters. May this Eid be filled with peace, love, and blessings! May this special day bring lots of joy and prosperity to you and your loved ones. #EidMubarak 🌙✨

Today, we had the privilege of hosting a delegation from the Multi-Sectoral Crisis Recovery Project of Adamawa State, Nigeria. The delegation are visiting Rwanda to gain valuable insight into the country's holistic approach towards peacebuilding and reconciliation strategies.

Tonight, we joined countless Rwandans and friends of Rwanda at the #NightVigil , honoring and remembering the lives lost during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The sea of candles lit up in honor of their lives. #Kwibuka30 #RememberUniteRenew

It has been 30 years since the tragedy of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. We honor the memories of those lost, and defend our commitment to never forget. May our resilience as Rwandans, the spirit of unity and peace, shine as beacons of hope. #Kwibuka30 #RememberUniteRenew

#NARPartnerships This week, RODI facilitated community dialogues in Cells across Kigoma and Mukingo Sector focusing on 'Youth Contribution in Good Governance'. Youth advocated for participation in #Kwibuka30 activities & highlighted the need for meetings to address youth issues.

#WellnessWednesday Don't be too busy to show up for yourself. A person too busy to care of their health, is like a mechanic too busy to care for their tools.
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Through our DKI project, we awarded grants to CSOs/CBOs to enhance 'evidence gathering', boosting citizen awareness on rights and policy issues, and empowering investigative reporting on governance etc., to bolster policy development processes in Rwanda. #NARPartnerships

Today, we co-hosted the ‘Annual Intergenerational Conference on Memory and Genocide Prevention’ in collaboration with IGAN RWANDA (Inter-Generational Amahoro Network), focusing on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, trauma healing in post-genocide Rwanda, intergenerational trauma, and genocide prevention.

📢Out Now!📢 Read the latest article on our recent conference themed 'Strengthening Citizen Participation in Decision-making in Rwanda'.
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Earlier today, we hosted a delegation from the Ethiopian Democracy Academy for Women as part of a visit to Rwanda organized by The Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy, to learn more about women participation, gender equality, citizen participation and democratization.

Earlier today, we hosted an 'out-of-the-box' session with CSOs to boost their skills in policy analysis, evidence-based advocacy, and providing technical accompaniment to PPIMA and non-PPIMA CSOs in policy analysis, evidence documentation, and policy advocacy. #CSODevelopment

We are grateful to have had the opportunity to organize this timely and essential conference. We look forward to future collaborations Netherlands Embassy in Kigali.

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We have officially concluded our conference on 'Strengthening Citizen Participation in Decision-making in Rwanda'. During his closing remarks, our ED Dr. Ryarasa Joseph Nkurunziza shared his gratitude acknowledging participants for providing valuable contributions and insights. Ministry of Local Government | Rwanda

Providing insight into why CSOs can sometimes come across as ineffective, Shyaka Mugabe Aggee shared his opinion. Roba D Sharamo Mutesi Betty @GilbertSendungwa

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According to Roba D Sharamo, there have been instances where non-state actors have played the crucial role of delivering services to societies where governments have been ineffective. Shyaka Mugabe Aggee Mutesi Betty @GilbertSendungwa

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Non-state actors according to Nansozi K. Muwanga should have the ability to hold governments accountable on political issues.
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Roba D Sharamo Mutesi Betty Shyaka Mugabe Aggee Gilbert Sendugwa

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While questioning the role of non-state actors in promoting and enhancing participatory governance in a democratic society, Mutesi Betty shares her valuable insight.
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