Mme. Mukazibera explained that young people were both victims and perpetrators of genocide. Many of them helped to destroy the infrastructure of Rwanda and now young people are rebuilding it.

Genocide took place as a direct result of a loss of culture and the loss of human values. The government is aiming to rebuild culture and rebuild human values. Cultural activities such as choral and dance groups aim to portray Rwanda as something other than a country of killers.

The Government of National Unity aims to give youth channels through which to combat problems, such as poverty and AIDS, rather than being involved in politics. The government is training the youth in vocational skills in 20 centres around the country. Those who graduate from the centers are helped to start their own businesses. The government also works with young people in prisons.

The government is trying to give the youth a voice. They put in place a National Youth Council. This Council helps the government implement youth programmes such as the Programme of Unity and Reconciliation. Other youth programmes include Youth co-operation projects. Youth from the north meeting youth from the south. There are also sports programmes that bring the youth together. Developmental programmes are encouraged, for example the youth help the old in their communities. The Ministry of Youth Culture and Sport also works closely with the National Unity and Reconciliation Commission (NURC). The Ministry began the Solidarity Camp programme, which is now directed by the NURC with technical support given by the government.