Kwibuka27: A Discussion on Challenging Genocide Ideology & Denial

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The Rwandan High Commission in London and One Young World cordially invite you to an online panel discussion to mark the 27th Commemoration of the Genocide against the Tutsi.

The panel discussion will focus on challenging genocide ideology and denial in all its forms, seeking out what we can do in the UK to ensure that truth prevails, and the memories of victims are respected and honoured.

Other topics covered will include: the importance of providing a safe platform for survivors, free of intimidation, to share their testimonies, as well as the pressing need for the perpetrators of genocide to face justice.

Speakers:

  • Her Excellency Yamina Karitanyi, High Commissioner for the Republic of Rwanda to the United Kingdom, Malta and Non-Resident Ambassador to Ireland

  • Rt Hon Andrew Mitchell MP, Member of Parliament for Sutton Coldfield

  • Dr Zoe Norridge, Senior Lecturer at King’s College London and Chair of ISHAMI Foundation

  • Hyppolite Ntigurirwa, Survivor of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and One Young World Ambassador

Thursday 29 April 5.00pm - 6.00pm (BST)