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International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Rwanda Genocide 2026 - April 07
April 7 , 2026
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- The day aims to remember victims, promote peace through education and dialogue, and prevent future genocides.
- The day was established by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2003 to remember the victims of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda.
- The genocide began on 7 April 1994, when the Tutsi minority were targeted by a Hutu -led government.
- In about 100 days, more than 1 million Tutsi were killed, along with moderate Hutu and others who opposed the violence.
- UNESCO promotes education about genocide to spread awareness and prevent discrimination and violence.
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