P.O.Box 72, Nyamasheke 0788782246, 0781395058

Our Impact in Numbers

Measuring the real difference we make in communities across Rwanda

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Women Empowered

GURD-Rwanda: Extended Program Descriptions

LIFE Clubs
1. LIFE (Leadership, Integrity, Focus, Empowerment) Clubs – Life Skills for Girls

Empowers adolescent girls through life skills training, mentorship, and leadership development. Aims to scale across the Western Province.

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ICYIZERE Program
2. ICYIZERE Program – Vocational Education for Teen Mothers

Offers certified training, mentorship, and job connections to teen mothers, helping them rebuild their lives and become self-sufficient.

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WEEP Program
3. WEEP – Women Economic Empowerment Program

Supports teen mothers through business training, VSLA savings, and access to microloans for sustainable income and independence.

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SRHR Program
4. SRHR – Sexual and Reproductive Health & Rights

Promotes youth access to reproductive health services through education, campaigns, and peer-led sessions on consent and STIs.

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Educational Support
5. Educational & Scholarship Support for Teen Mothers

Helps teen mothers return to school by covering tuition, supplies, baby care, and offering flexible learning options and counseling.

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Our Mission, Vision, and Values

At GURD Rwanda, our foundation is built on purpose, ambition, and unwavering principles. Learn what drives us.

Our Mission

To empower Rwandan communities through inclusive development programs, innovative education, and sustainable livelihood initiatives.

Our Vision

A resilient, self-reliant society where every individual has equal opportunities to thrive and lead change.

Our Values
  • ✔ Integrity
  • ✔ Accountability
  • ✔ Inclusiveness
  • ✔ Innovation
  • ✔ Community-Driven Action

Our News

Stay updated with GURD Rwanda’s latest stories, community impact, and insights. Learn about our projects and real-world change.

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  • December 23, 2024
As 2024 draws to a close, we celebrate three months of progress at the ICYIZERE Design Hub

As 2024 draws to a close, we celebrate three months of progress at the ICYIZERE Design Hub, a transformative initiative introduced by GURD- Rwanda in partnership with The Arthur B. Schultz Foundation

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Nyamasheke: GURD-Rwanda Launches Vocational Hub, Empowers Teen Mothers to Drive Job Creation

Nyamasheke: GURD-Rwanda Launches Vocational Hub, Empowers Teen Mothers to Drive Job Creation

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  • September 23, 2024
GURD-Rwanda support 21 Girls Under Sponsorship program with school materials.

GURD-Rwanda support 21 Girls Under Sponsorship program with school materials.

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Today, we join Nyamasheke District in celebrating #IWD2024 and the incredible achievements of women.

For supporting of social welfare to young mothers, GURD-Rwanda donated 8 Matelas to vulnerable young women.

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Training Of Teachers In Charge of Girls Lead Clubs

Girls Lead Clubs are aimed at Building Girls agency by empowering them in life skills, decision-making, problem solving skills, SRHR, self-governance and Leadership skills to help them navigating the challenges they may face in daily life

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Today November 30th, 2023 GURD-Rwanda in partnership with UNICEF Social Policy (New York)

Today November 30th, 2023 GURD-Rwanda in partnership with UNICEF Social Policy (New York) conducted a consultation event with a constituency of women and Girls

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Annual Reports & Resources

Explore GURD Rwanda’s annual reports and resource materials. Transparent, accessible, and downloadable in PDF format.

Gurd Rwanda Anual Report 2025
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Our Team

Meet the visionary leaders and dedicated staff powering GURD Rwanda’s mission.

Board Members

NTAKIYIMANA Elie
NTAKIYIMANA Elie

Legal Representative

BITEGEKIMANA Laura
BITEGEKIMANA Laura

Vice Legal Representative

Bitegekimana Gloriose
Bitegekimana Gloriose

Treasurer

Umuhire Gloriose
Umuhire Gloriose

Secretary

Staff Members

Tuyishime Fidele
Tuyishime Fidele

Founder, Executive Director

(+250) 788 782 246

tuyishimefidele1986@gmail.com

Gloriose DUSHIME
Gloriose DUSHIME

Chief Operations Officer

(+250) 783 468 611

gloriosedushime9@gmail.com

Our Partners & Collaborators