VOICED : Solace in group therapy for rape survivors of Tutsi genocide

The video discusses the Rwandan genocide of 1994, focusing on the experiences of women who were raped during the conflict. It highlights the role of support groups and psychologists in helping survivors heal. The video also addresses the social stigma faced by survivors and their children, as well as the legal and psychological challenges they encounter. Despite the lack of psychiatrists in Rwanda, some women have made progress in their healing journey.

What role do support groups play for women who survived the Rwandan genocide?

• They provide financial assistance.

• They offer medical treatment.

• They offer a safe space to share experiences.

• They help in legal proceedings.

Who initiated the group therapy sessions for genocide survivors in Rwanda?

• A foreign aid worker

• A local community leader

• A psychologist and genocide survivor

• A government official

What societal challenge do women who survived the genocide face?

• Lack of housing

• Stigmatization and being called derogatory names

• Lack of education

• Inability to find employment

What is a significant issue faced by children born out of rape during the genocide?

• They receive government scholarships.

• They are not considered genocide survivors legally.

• They have access to free education.

• They are given priority in job placements.

What is a major challenge in treating trauma victims in Rwanda?

• Lack of awareness

• Insufficient funding

• Lack of hospitals

• No practicing psychiatrists