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Univ. of Minnesota: Holocaust and Genocide Studies/Rwanda

Great resource that covers the background, events, and aftermath of the genocide and provides a plethora of links to additional information and resources

Rwandan Genocide

The Kigali Genocide Memorial commemorates the 1994 Rwandan genocide. The remains of over 250,000 people are buried here.

The Kigali Genocide Memorial commemorates the 1994 Rwandan genocide. The remains of over 250,000 people are buried here.

Human Rights

Burnt-Out Schoolroom at Kabgayi Hospital - Genocide Site - Outside Muhanga-Gitarama - Rwanda.

Burnt-Out Schoolroom at Kabgayi Hospital - Genocide Site - Outside Muhanga-Gitarama - Rwanda.

International Response

UNOG Observes Day of Reflection on Rwanda Genocide.

UNOG Observes Day of Reflection on Rwanda Genocide.

Remembrance

President Kagame, senior Government officials and Rwandan youth participate in the Walk to Remember. Kigali, 9 April 2016.

President Kagame, senior Government officials and Rwandan youth participate in the Walk to Remember. Kigali, 9 April 2016.

About this Resource:

Type(s) of Resources: 
  • Classroom Resources
  • Informational
  • Videos (Film)
  • Primary Source(s): 
  • First Person Accounts
  • Grade Level(s): 
  • 9-12
  • Audience(s): 
  • Community Member
  • Teacher and Student
  • Discipline(s): 
  • Language Arts
  • Social Studies