STATE VISIT TO RWANDA - Speech at National University of Rwanda
“I appreciate the weighty responsibility and the task of journalists in an emerging democracy like yours, which is trying to rebuild, to restore the ties of trust so brutally and bloodily broken, and to carry out a necessary and painful duty of remembering,” said the Governor General. “Only on that condition can words testify to the truth, awaken consciences, foster openness and allow for dialogue that leads to healing and to genuine reconciliation.”
Thu, 04/22/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0207-018
The panel discussion was followed by participation from the audience.
Thu, 04/22/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0207-029
The Governor General was welcomed to the National University of Rwanda by smilling drum players.
Thu, 04/22/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0207-001
The Governor General attended a roundtable on the civic responsibility of the media. She delivered the opening speech.
Thu, 04/22/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0207-016
The event took place in the auditorium of the National University of Rwanda. The panel was organized by the National University of Rwanda in co-operation with the Office of the High Commissioner of Canada to Rwanda.
Thu, 04/22/2010 - 12:00 Sgt Serge Gouin, Rideau Hall GG2010-0207-024