This April marks the 30th commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, with commemorative events beginning on April 7. Throughout April, both globally and within Rwanda, there's a dedicated time to honor the memory of those  whose lives were innocently lost during the tragedy. "Kwibuka," translating to "to Remember", signifies a period of deep reflections on the past and a commitment to preventing such horrors from repeating.

During the week of commemorating the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, the CARSA Community Peace Clubs have pledged to do activities that support genocide survivors.

Every year, the Rwandan community comes together to commemorate the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi. It’s now 30 years since  Rwanda’s history was interrupted by the atrocities of the genocide. Families were torn apart, children became orphans, mothers watched their children being killed by neighbors, and fathers left their families.

During the genocide, I participated in killing many people, among other relatives from the families of two women who were here in the workshop. When the genocide was stopped, I was arrested and put in prison, where I spent 11 years. While in prison, I had time to reflect on what I did and realized how I was so cruel.

Six months ago, we had shared about two young girls, Uwicyenda Jacqueline and Dusabirane Josephine from underprivileged backgrounds who after many years were able to resume their education journey.  They are now finishing second term of tailoring in Vocational School with the hope of gaining employable skills that will earn them a living and support their families after the program.