There Is Hope Even in Silence: Rwanda’s Call to End Suicide Stigma

  Suicide remains a pressing public health challenge in Rwanda, disproportionately affecting youth and men. This article explores the intersection of trauma, stigma, and systemic gaps in mental health care, and highlights ARCT-RUHUKA’s trauma-informed approach to suicide prevention. It calls for a national shift toward compassion, visibility, and community-based healing. Globally, suicide claims over 700,000 […]
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Umuryango Utekanye: Restoring Safety and Healing in Rwandan Communities

In partnership with Trocaire Rwanda under the Women’s Empowerment Programme, ARCT-RUHUKA is implementing the Umuryango Utekanye project to address the psychosocial needs of women, older adolescent girls, and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). This initiative provides tailored psychosocial support to individuals and families at risk of domestic conflict and GBV, ensuring that interventions align with […]
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Investing in Our Team’s Well-being: Stress Management Workshop & Capacity Building Program

On August 21st and 22nd 2025, ARCT RUHUKA held a transformative two-day workshop on Stress Management at Centre Saint André Hotel in Kabgayi. The workshop brought together staff from across the organization for an immersive experience focused on mental health, resilience, and workplace well-being. Facilitated by internal experts, the sessions provided practical tools to prevent […]
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Celebrating Excellence: Jeremy Nyandwi Named Best Performer of the Year 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Jeremy Nyandwi, our dedicated accountant, has been honored as the Best Employee of the Year for 2024. This prestigious recognition highlights Jeremy’s exceptional contributions and unwavering commitment to excellence within our organization. Since joining Arct Ruhuka, Jeremy has consistently demonstrated his expertise in financial management, ensuring accuracy and integrity […]
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Jeannette Kagame yasabye uruhare rw’abikorera mu guhangana n’ingaruka z’ihungabana rikomoka kuri Jenoside

Madamu Jeannette Kagame yasabye imbaraga z’abikorera mu guhangana n’ihungabana abarokotse Jenoside bahura naryo rishingiye ku ngaruka z’ibikomere basigiwe na Jenoside yakorewe Abatutsi mu 1994. Yabigarutseho atangiza Inama y’iminsi ibiri ku Ihungabana, ihuriyemo abashakashatsi mu bijyanye n’ubuzima bwo mu mutwe, iteraniye i Kigali kuva ku wa 8 Gicurasi 2019. Iyi nama iri mu bikorwa byo kwibuka […]
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First Lady calls for collective efforts to heal trauma

Her Excellency Mrs Jeannette Kagame with (L-R) Hon Patrick Ndimubanzi – State Minister in the Ministry of Health, Mrs Annonciata Kaligirwa – Chairperson of ARCT RUHUKA and Dr Vicnent Sezibera – President of Rwanda Psychological Society, at the National Trauma Symposium.Courtesy. First Lady Jeannette Kagame has called on members of Rwanda Psychological Society (RPS), together […]
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