Rebuilding Rwanda - Lessons in National Reconciliation

Explore a powerful TEDx talk that delves into Rwanda's remarkable journey of reconciliation and rebuilding after the 1994 genocide. Join International Baccalaureate History teacher Alan James as he shares key experiences from his 2023 trip to Rwanda, guided by Carl Wilkens, the sole American who remained in the country during the genocide. Discover how Rwanda's intentional efforts to rebuild its society serve as a model for countries emerging from war or internal strife. Gain insights into the recovery pains, programs, and remarkable successes of a nation striving to create community and unity through a national vision of reconciliation.

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