Reconciliation and Justice in Rwanda

Lessons for Creating Ways to Live Together After Violence In April 1994, Rwanda descended into a period of horrific violence that saw friends, families and neighbors turn on each other. Over 100 days, more than 800,000 Rwandans were killed, and Rwandan women suffered widespread sexual violence. In that moment of tragedy, grief, anger and destruction, it seemed difficult to imagine the future — much less one where Rwandans would live together again. On July 13, USIP held a discussion on the approaches to reconciliation and justice in Rwanda that followed the 1994 genocide, including the Gacaca Courts and community-based and women-led initiatives. Panelists discussed how Rwanda’s experiences are inspiring the imagination and action of those pursuing peace and transitional justice across Africa and beyond. This event is part of a series highlighting themes from “Imagine: Reflections on Peace,” a multimedia exhibit from USIP and the VII Foundation that explores the challenges of peacebuilding through an immersive look at societies that suffered — and survived — violent conflict. For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/reconcili... Speakers: Susan Stigant, moderator Director, Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace Connect with us! Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_... Twitter:   / usip   Facebook:   / usinstituteofpeace   Instagram:   / usipeace   LinkedIn:   / united-states-institute-of-peace   Newsletters: http://www.usip.org/sign-usip-updates Podcasts: https://www.usip.org/podcasts The United States Institute of Peace is a national, nonpartisan, independent institute, founded by Congress and dedicated to the proposition that a world without violent conflict is possible, practical and essential for U.S. and global security. In conflict zones abroad, the Institute works with local partners to prevent, mitigate, and resolve violent conflict. To reduce future crises and the need for costly interventions, USIP works with governments and civil societies to build local capacities to manage conflict peacefully. The Institute pursues its mission by linking research, policy, training, analysis and direct action to support those who are working to build a more peaceful, inclusive world. Learn more about USIP: https://www.usip.org/about