On this solemn day of remembrance, let’s pledge to stand as one against all forms of hatred and discrimination.
2024 Commemorations — 30th Anniversary
International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda
10 - 11 a.m. (EDT)
Events — New York
Memorial Ceremony
General Assembly Hall
United Nations Headquarters, New York
- Programme
- Secretary-General — Message
- Secretary-General — Remarks, and Remarks as delivered
- President of the UN General Assembly — Remarks
- Related videos
Memorial Ceremony to mark the 30th anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, organized by the Department of Global Communications and the Permanent Mission of Rwanda to the United Nations.
8:30 - 9:30 am (EDT)
Side-Event of #Kwibuka30
Virtual
Hate speech in media and social media – Lessons from the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda
The Outreach Programme on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda and the United Nations held a virtual panel discussion to explore valuable lessons learned from the role of media-led hate speech played in inciting the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.
Watch the full discussion on UN WebTV or read the highlights available on the UN against Hate Speech website.
Rwanda and the Power of Post-genocide Reconciliation
(00:00:54)
Exhibition: "Remember. Unite. Renew."
UN Headquarters, New York
Today, Rwanda is a testament to the power of post-genocide reconciliation. Among the stories of hope is that of Laurence, a survivor, and Xavier, her family’s killer, who now live as friends. Explore their journey, the impact of hate speech and how your actions can make a difference. Visit the exhibit at UN Headquarters, New York, on display until 1 May 2024.
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (local time)
Events — Geneva
Memorial Ceremony
Palais des Nations, Geneva
12:30 - 2 p.m. (GMT+1)
Events — Paris
Commemoration of the 30th anniversary
Room I
UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France
UNESCO Assistant Director-General for Education, Ms Stefania Giannini, and the Ambassador of the Republic of Rwanda in France and Permanent Delegate to UNESCO, H.E. Mr François Nkulikiyimfura will open the event. Survivor testimonies and a performance under the direction of Rwandan artist Yannick Ndoli are included in the Commemoration.
The ceremony is organized in cooperation with the Permanent Delegation of Rwanda to UNESCO and Ibuka France.
Events — Rwanda
Commemorations of the 30th anniversary
Various locations, Rwanda
©Alice Wairimu Nderitu
- Office on Genocide Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect - Press Release: The 30th Commemoration of the Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda reminds of collective failure to prevent and urges for responsibility to act upon early warning for the prevention of this crime
The United Nations Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide, Alice Wairimu Nderitu, travels to Rwanda for a special commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
©UNESCO/Boss NZARAMBA
- UNESCO - Press Release: Audrey Azoulay travels to Rwanda for the 30th anniversary of the genocide of the Tutsis
UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay is in Rwanda 5-7 April to participate in the commemorations of the 30th anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
Ms. Azoulay discusses UNESCO's efforts to teach new generations about violent pasts, following the recent inscription of four of the country's memorial sites on UNESCO's World Heritage List.
Around the world
Commemorative and educational activities are organized by UN information centres around the world.
In 1994, one million children, women & men were killed in the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.
— António Guterres (@antonioguterres) April 7, 2024
We will never forget the victims.
Nor will we ever forget the bravery & resilience of those who survived, whose courage & willingness to forgive remain a burst of light & hope. pic.twitter.com/kaoGEYrTcU
- Office of the UN Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide: We must do more to prevent genocide
- Alice Wairimu Nderitu: Kwibuka30: Learning from the past, safeguarding the future against genocide
- Lessons post the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda: we must speak out against discrimination and prejudice
- Claver Irakoze: Bridging Generations Through the Memory of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda
- Football saved me from genocide; now I promote peace with it
Campaign Against Hate Speech
The devastating effect of hatred is sadly nothing new. However, its scale and impact are now amplified by new communications technologies. The United Nations is working to confront hate speech at every turn. You can, too. #SayNoToHate
Fight Racism
More than 75 years after the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the urgency of combatting racism and racial discrimination remains. Join us in fighting racism!
Videos
Secretary-General's Remarks
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General Assembly President's Remarks
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30th Anniversary – Feature
(00:00:54)
Annual Commemoration - NYC
(01:16:11)
Annual Commemoration - Geneva
(01:54:38)
Annual Commemoration - Nairobi
(01:51:34)
Eric Eugene Murangwa: "Football saved my life"
(00:16:35)