Rwanda
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The infamous genocide of 1994 seems long ago, but the future still remains bleak and uncertain for most of its survivors - it is only now that many have begun mourning their loved ones. Many still suffer from consequences of the genocide, such as rape or living with HIV. Others do not even have any trace of their people - they do not know whether they are still alive or, if dead, where they are buried. Such a huge trauma crisis often leads to the closure of schools, family conflict, depression, and emotional crises within communities - while the huge suffering of children is often neglected. We support the Rwanda Psycho-Social Programme, which helps trauma sufferers through counselling and brings together a number of organisations. |
How does a country recover from the horror of genocide? Visit Connect2: Rwanda and find out how friendship, laughter and courage are inspiring people to make Rwanda, known as the ‘land of a thousand hills’, a peaceful place for future generations. |
 “Helping women gives me strength” Founding Avega East, a Rwandan women’s association, helped Odette Kayirere find new meaning to life after the murder of her husband in the 1994 genocide. |
To learn more about the Picture my World photo project and the children that have taken part you can click here to watch a slideshow . You will see that some things about your lives are very similar and some things are very different. |
Forgiveness has transformed communities in Rwanda where once hatred wreaked havoc. Trauma counselling and solidarity projects supported by CAFOD are helping heal Rwanda's wounds. |
