Rwandan Genocide Survivors

Rwandan genocide survivors are individuals who endured and survived the brutal mass killings that occurred in 1994, where an estimated 800,000 to 1 million people, mostly ethnic Tutsi and moderate Hutus, were systematically murdered. These survivors often face ongoing physical and psychological scars, loss of family members, and displacement. Their resilience highlights the human capacity to endure trauma and rebuild lives despite profound suffering. Recognizing survivors’ experiences is vital for fostering healing, promoting justice, and supporting efforts toward reconciliation and reconstruction in Rwanda.