Stories From Rwanda

Rwanda: An Unexpected Return on Investment

Neighbors who barely talked joined a CRS savings group, and found they enjoy each other's company as much as the loans. »»

Battling HIV to Save Orphans

A veteran HIV and AIDS expert explains the plight of orphans and families affected by AIDS. »»

Rwandan Genocide Reawakened, Then Reshaped CRS

In the sobering aftermath of the Rwandan genocide, CRS rediscovered a gem and a path forward—Catholic social teaching. »»

Savings Plans the Poor Can Bank On

Community-led savings and lending groups are helping East Africans lift themselves out of poverty penny by penny. »»

Fighting A Food Crisis

By educating farmers and distributing disease-resistant cassava plants, CRS is helping to prevent a food crisis in Africa's Great Lakes region. »»

Villanova Educators Bring Home Lessons From Rwanda

Scenes of forgiveness and renewal following genocide in Rwanda offer powerful lessons for Villanova educators. »»

Rwandan Orphans Gain Skills, Confidence

CRS provides Rwandan orphans with the care and vocational training they need to learn new skills and earn income. »»

Swim for Africa

He did it! Swimming at 60 strokes per minute, Steve Wargo crossed the Strait of Gibraltar on September 17 to raise money for CRS' programs in Africa. »»

A Personal Reflection From Rwanda and Burundi

Brian Backe, CRS director of domestic programs, was in Rwanda and Burundi during the twelfth anniversary of the Rwandan genocide. »»