Your roots. Your story. Your Rwanda.
For the ones who grew up away from home but still feel connected to it.
Maybe you grew up hearing stories about Rwanda.
Maybe you understand Kinyarwanda but don't always feel confident speaking it.
Maybe you've visited before or maybe you've never had the chance.
Whatever your story looks like, this space is for you.
What is Back to Our Roots?
Back to Our Roots is a NordRwa initiative for young Rwandans growing up abroad.
We want to create opportunities to explore Rwanda together, learn about our heritage and connect with other young people who share similar experiences.
It's about culture, identity, friendship and discovering what Rwanda means to each of us.
What we're hoping to create
- Group journeys to Rwanda
- Cultural and historical visits
- Opportunities to learn and practise Kinyarwanda
- Exchanges with young people in Rwanda
- Conversations about identity and belonging
- Community events and friendships
A journey for summer 2027
Back to Our Roots: Rwanda Summer Journey 2027
Twelve days in Rwanda with other young Rwandans growing up abroad.
We'll explore the culture, visit some of the most beautiful places in the country and try to understand the development journey Rwanda has been on.
- Culture and tradition up close
- Some of the most beautiful places in Rwanda
- History, memory and storytelling
- Conversations about the development journey
- Time with local communities
- Music, art and going out together
- Practising Kinyarwanda together
This journey is still being planned. Dates, activities and costs may change and there are no bookings yet.
Join the journey
Curious? Come be part of it.
We're still building Back to Our Roots and we'd love to hear from you.
Whether you're interested in joining a future experience or helping shape the idea, leave us your details.
