RECRUITMENT ANNOUNCEMENT: Rwanda Union of the Blind in partnership with KBTA, is looking to bring to their team a dynamic Project Coordinator who will implement programs that support RUB and KBTAs mission for children and youth with visual impairments. FIND MORE DETAILS HERE: https://lnkd.in/d3cqJJX4
Rwanda Union of the Blind
Non-profit Organizations
NYARUGENGE, KIGALI 1,383 followers
Wisdom is our Dignity
About us
Rwanda Union of the Blind (RUB) is a non-profit making organization established in August 1994, one month after the end of the Genocide against the Tutsi. It was launched in the Official Gazette in March 1995. RUB is dedicated to the improvement of the living conditions of blind people in Rwanda. Currently Rwanda Union of the Blind has 52 well-established branches in 25 out of the 30 districts of the country. It has about 2500 members although there are more than 57,000 blind people in Rwanda, as indicated by the Fourth Rwanda Population and Housing Census of 2012. This census showed that 446,453 persons aged 5 years and above had disabilities in Rwanda. Among these, females are 225,303 and males were 221,150. All these branches, including its headquarter in Kigali City, Nyarugenge District in Nyabugogo, are administered by visually impaired people themselves and focus mainly on advocacy to improve the lives of people with visual impairment. RUB is a member of the National Union of Disabilities Organizations of Rwanda (NUDOR). It is also affiliated to the African Union of the Blind (AFUB) and the World Blind Union (WBU).
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https://rubrwanda.org/
External link for Rwanda Union of the Blind
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- 2-10 employees
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- NYARUGENGE, KIGALI
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KG 7 AVE
KIGALI
NYARUGENGE, KIGALI 250, RW
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We are very happy to be part of this strong Network
#NewIM Welcome to the SID-US network, Rwanda Union of the Blind! The Rwanda Union of the Blind (RUB)'s mission is to work towards the improvement of the situation of Blind people through education and rehabilitation to facilitate meaningful equality and integration. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3xL6KMg
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#NewIM Welcome to the SID-US network, Rwanda Union of the Blind! The Rwanda Union of the Blind (RUB)'s mission is to work towards the improvement of the situation of Blind people through education and rehabilitation to facilitate meaningful equality and integration. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3xL6KMg
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Come witness the incredible resilience and empowerment of visually impaired individuals at the Masaka Resource Centre for the Blind. See how this center is providing life-changing opportunities through vocational training, education, and advocacy. Help support their mission and be inspired by the strength and determination of those overcoming obstacles to create a brighter future. Watch this video and join us in making a difference in the lives of visually impaired individuals in Rwanda: https://lnkd.in/d5qCdZTm
MASAKA RESOURCE CENTRE FOR THE BLIND
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Over the last 30 years, we extend our gratitude to the Government of Rwanda and all of our partners for their ongoing support of persons with visual impairments. Let's work together to further support and promote inclusivity in society. #IntambweKuNtego #LiberationDay #Kwibohora30
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We are truly inspired by the story of Ms. Jeannette Byakozimana, a visually impaired person who is breaking barriers and pursuing her passion for knitting. Her journey from feeling isolated and unaware of her capabilities to now confidently applying her skills is a proof to the power of determination and support. The work being done at the Masaka Resource Center for the Blind, founded by the Rwanda Union of the Blind, is truly commendable. Providing education, training, and support for visually impaired individuals like Ms. Byakozimana is essential in helping them lead fulfilling lives and contribute to society. Check out this story for more details: https://lnkd.in/dC5V6fqF
Masaka Resource Centre for the Blind Empowers Visually Impaired Persons in Rwanda
https://rubrwanda.org
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Meet Twagirayezu Theophile, a visually impaired who is being empowered through Braille education at Masaka Resource Centre for the Blind. His inspiring story shows the importance of accessibility and inclusion for all. #Braille #Empowerment #Inclusion: Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dFJ4p7KS
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Just read an inspiring article about how Irafasha Edison, visually impaired, is empowered through knitting. His success story is truly remarkable! #empowerment #knitting #success. Click here: https://lnkd.in/d5F9PtxC
Empowering the Blind through knitting: The Success Story of Irafasha Edison
https://rubrwanda.org
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Visually impaired girl Munyana Sauda defies odds, transforms her life through massage therapy. Inspiring story of perseverance and determination. #disabilityawareness #transformation. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eigKXRVH
Munyana Sauda’s Life Transformed through Massage Therapy
https://rubrwanda.org
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Earlier this week, we visited trainees at Masaka Resource Centre for the Blind(MRCB) to learn more about how persons with visual impairment are benefiting from different programmes being implemented by RUB through its rehabilitation center-MRCB which include Rehabilitation, Knitting, and Massage . We also witnessed how they are engaging in other physical activities
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