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Shine Rwanda is a non-governmental organization operating in Rwanda, with a mission to transform families and secure their well-being. The organization focuses on training and implementing projects aimed at promoting peace, conflict-free living, combating violence, and fighting poverty within Rwandan society. Shine Rwanda's activities encompass various sectors, with the ultimate goal of impacting the entire Rwandan society and beyond, with a particular emphasis on conflicted families and youth.
The primary challenge addressed by Shine Rwanda is the existing gap among individuals, groups, families, and the community as a whole. Currently, there is no clear pathway for resolving conflicts within families, and previous interventions have not effectively addressed the issue. The consequences of this problem are dire, as the continued absence of solutions will result in the loss of human lives.
Shine Rwanda recognizes that people engage in senseless fights, families become disunited due to poor living conditions, and the prevalence of unwanted pregnancies and school dropouts remains a pressing concern. If these questions remain unanswered and unaddressed, the consequences will be fatal, leading to further loss of life within the community.
My father passed away when I was just five years old, leaving me feeling hopeless. My mother worked tirelessly to provide for us, struggling to ensure we could survive. As a result, I grew up without the warmth of parental love, care, or time.
In 2012, my grandfather also passed away due to a conflict over property. This loss shattered what little hope I had left. I was raised in my mother's family, where conflicts were a constant struggle. I witnessed divorces, family members fighting against one another, and children fleeing their homes to live on the streets.
Beyond my family, the community’s divorce rate continued to rise at an alarming rate—over 8,000 cases in 2020 and more than 3,000 in both 2021 and 2022. Seeing this widespread crisis, God placed a vision in my heart: the need to start Shine Rwanda. The foundation of Shine Rwanda was not only God's vision but also a response to the deep burden I carried from witnessing so many people suffer from conflict, and so many children forced into the streets.
In that moment, I reflected on what the Bible says: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God” (Matthew 5:9). With this scripture in my heart, Shine Rwanda came into existence in 2020, dedicated to restoring peace, supporting families, and giving hope to those in need.
We are dedicated to empowering communities through impactful initiatives, ensuring that every action taken leads to a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Over 3,000 youth have been positively impacted through skill-building workshops, leadership training, and community engagement initiatives.
The Shine Rwanda Access professional guidance,A mental health counselor, fatherhood services, and emotional support for only $5 per month at Hope for Life.
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