Empowering
Deaf Women
Since 2005
Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) is a Deaf constituency-led Rwandan sign language users organization fully registered with Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) under Registration N° 055/2014. We exist to empower Deaf Women and Girls and build their agency and voices across Rwanda. Our theme: "Loud in Silence: Deaf Women and Girls Driving Change"
Our Mission
To defend the rights of Deaf Women and Girls and promote their health rights, human rights, education and socio-economic justice.
Our Vision
An inclusive and just society where Deaf Women and Girls fully enjoy their rights, participate in decision-making processes and benefit from all aspects of life.
Our Core Values
- ●Grassroots-Based
- ●Diversity & Inclusion
- ●Mutual Respect
- ●Empowerment & Participation
- ●Teamwork
- ●Integrity, Transparency & Accountability
Our Target
Communities
RNADW is primarily responsible to the following communities of Deaf Women and Girls across Rwanda.
How We
Started
The Beginning
RNADW was founded by a group of Deaf Women Human Rights Activists to advocate for the rights of deaf women and girls, after realizing gaps in service provision and insufficient advocacy efforts to fight for their rights. We fight for full and meaningful social integration of deaf women and girls in the entire Rwandan society.
Official Recognition
On 5th January 2014, RNADW attained Formal Registration with the Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) under Registration N° 055/2014. We established branches in Nyagatare and Muhanga, and received support from partners like MALMO Deaf Association of Sweden. The Board of Directors was formally constituted, strengthening our governance structure.
Strategic Plan 2025-2030
Today, RNADW has robust programming across 22 Districts in all 5 Provinces of Rwanda. Our Strategic Plan 2025-2030 focuses on four pillars: My Body, My Rights (SRHR), Spear N' Shield (Education & Economic Empowerment), Her Voice Her Power (Leadership & Agency), and Her Environment (Climate Resilience).
Meet Our
Team
Led by passionate advocates and experts dedicated to creating lasting change for deaf women and girls across Rwanda.