Kwibuka 31 in Calgary

The Rwandan Canadian Society of Calgary and friends are coming together to host a powerful and reflective event to honor the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.

This commemoration serves as a reminder that, in a world where division and hatred continue to surface, we must learn from history to prevent such tragedies from recurring. The 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi remains one of the darkest chapters in human history, with over a million lives lost in just 100 days. Through education, awareness, and dialogue, we can ensure that the memory of the victims is preserved and that the lessons from this atrocity guide us toward a more just and compassionate world.

As a community, we are reminded that our shared humanity transcends borders. By engaging with stories of survival and the ongoing fight against denial, we strengthen our collective resolve to build a world where such tragedies never happen again.

Let us come together to reflect, remember, and reaffirm our commitment to a world where love triumphs over hate and where the lessons of the past guide us toward a better tomorrow.

📍 Venue: 4825 Mount Royal Gate Southwest, Calgary, AB T3E 6X4

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Event Program:

1:30 - 2:00 PM: Door open
2:00 - 2:25 PM: Introduction of the event
2:25 – 2:50 PM: First keynote speaker
2:50 - 3:00 PM: Lighting the candles
3:00 - 3:20 PM: Washroom break
3:20 - 3:40 PM: Testimony
3:45 - 4:00 PM: Recollection of the different stories heard from the Rwandan survivors
4:00 - 4:30 PM: Panel of YYC NGO partnering with Rwanda
4:30 - 5:00 PM: Refreshments

To attend this event, you must first register. Please click the Eventbrite link to RSVP. Kwibuka 31 in Calgary