Dialogue Rwanda is a method we aim at applying in the Rwanda Post-Genocide Reconciliation project. This method is described as a common meeting place for youth from different sides of the Rwanda conflict, a place where Tutsi and Hutu are given an opportunity to understand their counterpart point of view through conversations. It is a neutral arena, where the youth feel free to speak their mind without fear of retribution, discrimination or persecution.

Through workshops learning activities, the participants get to know each other as individuals and fellow human beings, but as opponents or representatives of the enemy. Through games-problem-solving learning activities: trust, mutual respect and the ability to listen are established before engaging with workshops materials and constructive dialogue on difficult, and emotional topics.

Thus, Dialogue Rwanda approach is an important process in the Rwanda Post-Genocide Reconciliation. It aims at opening doors to a genuine reconciliation and help Rwandans to understand the meaning and importance of truth telling, justice, healing and non-violent communication, which have a positive impact in influencing the youth public opinion on power sharing, participatory democracy, peace-building and human rights.

Further, it is an inclusive process, which seeks to bring together a diverse set of voices to create the microcosm of the larger society. It is not just about sitting around a table, but changing and reshaping the way Hutu and Tutsi talk, think and communicate with one another; necessary to develop the will to address the root causes of the Hutu vs Tutsi conflict, not just symptoms on the surface.