Building Our Community Together

Our Mission

To promote the preservation of Rwandan culture while facilitating social integration and mutual support for our members. We strive to create a vibrant community that helps Rwandans navigate life in the UK while maintaining their cultural heritage.

Cultural preservation through regular events and activities

Support network for new arrivals in Greater Manchester

Educational programs for youth and adults

Our Vision

To build a strong, united Rwandese community in Greater Manchester that actively contributes to the multicultural fabric of the UK while preserving and sharing our rich cultural heritage.

Integration with local communities and organizations

Cultural exchange programs and community outreach

Economic empowerment through networking and skill-sharing

Our Community Impact

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Community Members

Active participants in our community programs

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Years of Service

Dedicated to community growth since 2009

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Annual Events

Cultural celebrations and community gatherings

Our Key Activities

Cultural Events

Rwanda Independence Day celebrations
Traditional dance performances
Cultural workshops
Language classes

Community Support

New immigrant assistance
Educational guidance
Career networking
Social integration support

Commemorative Events

Annual genocide memorial
Liberation day celebrations
Historical exhibitions
Educational programs

Our Journey

2008

Establishment of RCGM in Greater Manchester

2022

RCGM hosted the first-ever KWIBOHORA28 (28th Liberation) event outside London, marking a historic milestone

2024

Inauguration of our first memorial stone at Saint Stephen’s Gardens Park in Salford, honoring over 1 million innocent victims of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda.

Our Leadership Team

Chairman

Hamissi HAKIZIMFURA

Visionary leader guiding our organization's strategic direction

Vice-Chairman

Noel NTAKIRUTIMANA

Driving operational excellence and supporting strategic initiatives

Treasurer

Jean Claude GASANA

Managing financial resources and ensuring fiscal responsibility

Secretary & Communications

Delyse NIWEMUTONI

Coordinating communications and managing our digital presence

Youth Representative

Diop KAMALI

Representing and advocating for youth perspectives and initiatives

Women's Representative (Chairperson)

Yasmin UTAMULIZA

Championing women's empowerment and leadership within the organization

Women's Representative (Vice-Chairperson)

Zaynab UWINEZA

Supporting and advancing women's initiatives and representation

Rwandese Community of Greater Manchester(RCGM)

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