Mission, Vision & Values
Never Again Rwanda (NAR) was founded in the aftermath of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi to ensure such atrocities never happen again. We are a Rwandan peacebuilding and social cohesion organization.
Our Mission
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To engage society to embrace sustainable peace and social justice.
Our Vision
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A Society that enjoys sustainable peace and social justice.
Our Values
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Integrity, inclusivity, evidence-based approaches, community-centered solutions, and unwavering commitment to "Never Again".
Two Decades of Impact
Founded in 2002 by Dr Joseph, Never Again Rwanda has grown from a small initiative to a leading voice in peacebuilding across Rwanda.
Foundation
Established in Kigali with a small team of genocide survivors and peace activists.
Expansion
Extended operations to all 30 districts of Rwanda, reaching over 100,000 people annually.
Regional Focus
Launched Great Lakes regional peacebuilding initiatives and research programs.
20th Anniversary
Celebrated 20 years of peacebuilding, with over 300,000 people reached and 50+ partner organizations.
What We Do
Three interconnected pillars that drive our peacebuilding and social justice mission
Peacebuilding
Fostering trust, dialogue, and community resilience through structured peace education, reconciliation dialogues, and conflict prevention initiatives across Rwanda.
Learn MoreGovernance & And Human Rights
Transforming evidence and lived experiences into actionable insights that shape effective policies and sustainable solutions for lasting peace and social justice.
Our ResearchCapacity building for CSOs and partnerships
Strengthening civil society organizations and building strategic partnerships to amplify collective impact, sustainability, and coordinated advocacy for peace.
Our PartnershipsResearch and Policy Analysis (Think Tank)
Developing evidence-driven approaches and innovative tools to strengthen program strategy, learning, and long-term impact in communities.
Learn MoreMeet Our Executive Team
Dedicated professionals leading our mission with expertise and passion
Dr. Nkurunziza Joseph Ryarasa
Executive Director
Leading NAR since 2002 with over 25 years of experience in peacebuilding and conflict resolution.
Teta Yvette NYIRIDANDI
Director Of Programs
Expert in community engagement and social cohesion programs across Rwanda.
Cecil Halkey
Operations Manager
Leading our research initiatives and policy analysis for evidence-based peacebuilding.
Jolly Senyange
Head of Finance
Builds collaboration with donors, community groups, and international allies to amplify our impact