Established in Rwanda following the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and legally recognized by the Rwandan government as a non-governmental Organization in 1995, the “Association des Veuves du Genocide” (AVEGA) Agahozo, literally translated as “Association of Widows of the Genocide Agahozo worked for the entire country to create forums of healing, mutual support and social economic development of widows of the Genocide.

The organization is rooted in the belief that unity makes strength. Only through our combined efforts can we successfully overcome challenges and move towards a brighter future.