DiDe Rwanda Organisation | DIGNITY IN DETENTIONOur mission is to heal and Empower Individuals and Organisations in order to promote social integration, social inclusion, social cohesion, social participation towards sustainable Development.
The DiDe Organization was born on April 13, 1992 in the form of an association: "Dignity in Detention", created by former ICRC delegates.
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MISSION
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9.OBJECTIVES OF THE ORGANIZATION
3 NovemberTo promote dignity and human rights in particular defending detainees. To develop the culture of resilience for the safe family environment of detainees and the community to a better reintegration. To develop a follow up program of ex-prisoners after release To accompany and facilitate the social and professional reintegration of the laureates of the youth rehabilitation centers To promote community approach interventions of mental health issues targeting vulnerables groups. To contribute (…)
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Concluding the 10th session of training on promoting Unity and Resilience.
28 October, by CEDRICKToday, our Executive Director of DiDe Rwanda, with the Minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement, @DrDamascene, concluded the 10th session of training on promoting Unity and resilience, designed for 533 convicted perpetrators of the Genocide against the Tutsi who are expected to complete their sentences by 31 December 2026.
The training aims to prepare these inmates for reintegration into Rwandan society and peaceful coexistence with others, enabling them to become patriotic Rwandans (…) -
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2023
28 OctoberInternational Women’s Day was approved by the United Nations (UN) in 1972. We celebrate this day in order to celebrate the achievements of women in the social, economic, cultural and political spheres, but we also call on everyone to implement activities that promote the empowerment of women.
This year, Rwanda, as well as other member countries of the United Nations (UN), will celebrate International Women’s Day, taking into consideration the role of women in promoting innovation and (…) -
DUFATANYE KUBAKA UBUTABERA (D.K.U) ACTIVITY FUNDED BY USAID
28 October, by CEDRICKThe official inauguration of the USAID/DKU activity where the Ambassador of the US embassy in charge of foreign affairs was present and all partners in the project put a point on the start up of the program, here Haguruka presented 2 activities one of the Abunzi from kigali sector conducted mediation session and a mobile legal aid clinic where lawyers offered legal aid services to residents of Nyabugogo cells in Kigali.
The project main objectives: 1. Improving citizens knowledge of rights (…) -
Board Members Visit Gicumbi Tea Zones to See the Results of the Our Tea, Our Voice Programme
26 October, by CEDRICKBoard Members Visit Gicumbi Tea Zone to See the Results of the Our Tea, Our Voice Programme . Gicumbi, 23 October 2026. Members of the DIDE Rwanda Board visited Mulindi Tea Factory and selected programme sites in Gicumbi District to see first-hand what the Our Tea, Our Voice (OTOV) programme has achieved. The visit was a field visit to review and document the programme’s achievements.
About the programme .
OTOV is a three-year programme implemented by Dignity in Detention Rwanda (DIDE (…) -
Employee of the Year 2025
20 October, by CEDRICKCongratulations to our staff member Angeline Habarugira as Employee of the year 2025.
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Closing the 6th Phase of training for inmates preparing to complete their sentences for crimes related to the Genocide against the Tutsi 1994 in Nyamasheke CF.
2 April, by CEDRICKToday, at Nyamasheke Correctional Facility, Organization DiDe Rwanda has participated in the closing ceremony of the sixth phase of training on promoting Unity and Resilience among Rwandans is taking place. This training is designed for inmates convicted of crimes related to the Genocide against the Tutsi who are preparing to complete their sentences.
Families of the inmates, including their children and spouses, are also attending this event.
The Guest of Honor is the Minister of (…) -
International conference in Austria on Learning from the Past, Shaping the Future: Remembrance, Reconciliation & Reintegration."
24 March, by CEDRICKOn March 23, 2026, the Executive Director of DIDE participated in an international conference in Austria on Learning from the Past, Shaping the Future: Remembrance, Reconciliation & Reintegration The 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.
She highlighted the critical need to prepare the reintegration of women inmates convicted of genocide crimes, emphasizing healing and sustainable social cohesion. -
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN DAY 2026
8 March, by CEDRICKOn International Women’s Day, let’s remember these women are more than their crimes. They’re mothers, daughters, and sisters. They deserve a second chance, hope & dignity. Let’s not let their past define their future. They’re not alone; they’re ours. Let’s visit them and offer love & support.