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Social work with victims of genocide: the Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP) in Rwanda
- Authors:
- KREITZER Linda M., JOU Mary Kay
- Journal article citation:
- International Social Work, 53(1), January 2010, pp.73-86.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Reconciliation is a multi-dimensional process that has increased in importance in countries dealing with post-conflict situations, and as a result social workers have the opportunity to support reconciliation. This article looks at reconciliation and the intervention of the Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP), giving an example from Rwanda.
Genocide and its aftermath: the case of Rwanda
- Authors:
- KABEERA Benon, SEWPAUL Visanthie
- Journal article citation:
- International Social Work, 51(3), May 2008, pp.324-336.
- Publisher:
- Sage
This article describes the experiences of returnees from exile into Kigali, Rwanda and the efforts of the Government of Rwanda (GoR) and the UNHCR to meet the needs of returnees, and to deal with the aftermath of the genocide. Particular attention is paid to the Gacaca courts and the role of social work therein. The authors identify gaps in services and make recommendations in respect of the refugee phenomenon on the African continent.
Making a wish in Rwanda: the restoration of hope
- Author:
- WOOD Starr A.
- Journal article citation:
- Affilia: Journal of Women and Social Work, 22(2), Summer 2007, pp.220-225.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Though the genocide in Rwanda occurred in 1994, its debilitating effects on the survivors persist, and probably will continue to persist for many years, if not generations. This paper explores the question of why a simple Western tradition may have helped a Rwandan woman to emerge from a 13-year-old state of grief. The key elements involved in her transformation were: resilience, timing, connection, and creativity. Additionally, positive regard and sincere respect can promote healing and can transcend language and culture. Parallels between self-in-relation theory and trauma recovery work are discussed. Social workers must strive to be culturally competent, but should not underestimate the effectiveness of their essential social work training and practical experience.
Remembering the women in Rwanda: when humans rely on the old concepts of war to resolve conflicts
- Author:
- LOGAN Sadye
- Journal article citation:
- Affilia: Journal of Women and Social Work, 21(2), Summer 2006, pp.234-339.
- Publisher:
- Sage
There are too many easy reasons to want to forget horrors, especially the horrors that constitute genocide. Living through a situation develops a different level of awareness and response than being distant and not personally implicated in it. This realization highlights the need to recognize that it is not because of the lack of compassion that we tend to "forget" so quickly, but rather it is the lack of right understanding about how to make a difference that is complicit in our cognitive failures. The intent of this reflection is to provide a context for remembering Rwanda and for providing a healing perspective on similar disasters. In this regard, a brief overview and historical context of the conflicts that led to the killing in Rwanda is presented, followed by a discussion of the survival issues experienced by the women of Rwanda during the 100 days of terror and death and the implications of a healing perspective.
'From the frying pan into the fire': a case study of Rwandan refugees
- Author:
- BROOKS Elizabeth E.
- Journal article citation:
- International Social Work, 41(4), October 1998, pp.499-510.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Discusses how Rwanda has experienced on of the worst genocides in modern history. This article analyses the situation in Rwanda in the hope that his will contribute to preventing a repetition of that experience both in Rwanda and elsewhere. The author attempts to identify the legacy of colonialism in social work and economic structures in the country and to assess the effects of the intervention (or non-intervention) of the international community at the beginning of the period of violence. The author concludes with some reflections on Rwanda's continuing problems and on the potential role of outside agencies in addressing these.