umutoni molly

I love sign language and Deaf friends. Feminist sign language interpreter @RwandanDeafwomen

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

In partnership with @MusanzeDistrict, @Gasabo_District and @Nyarugenge with funding from @amplifyfund , we walked alongside Deaf young mothers, teenage mothers and single mothers — many of whom had never learned Rwanda Sign Language (RSL) and had left school early.

This month, as we celebrate International Week of the Deaf 2026 (#IWDP2026) under the theme “Declaring Deaf People’s Human Rights,” we are proud to share their progress.

Deaf young mothers who once could not explain their own health needs now discuss family planning confidently in RSL and freely access services at @Yego_Kimisagara and @MusanzeYouth.

Several others have formed a support circle to learn about Rwanda’s development programmes and how they can actively take part in them.

Through RSL, their health rights are understood, their voices are heard, and they are no longer left behind.

Real stories. Real rights declared.

@amplifyfund
@UNTrustFundEVAW
@talemwa3
@unwomenrwanda
@UN_Women

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

#MHD2026: Progress feels powerful 🩸.

In @HuyeDistrict Deaf girls today have more information and support on menstrual hygiene than yesterday.

@RwandaDeafwomen celebrates every step forward while demanding accessible sign language resources and menstrual health education for all.

We rise together! 💪

#MHD
#MenstrualHygieneDay
#PeriodFriendlyRwanda

@KvinnaKvinnaINT
@AnnetteMukiga
@Louisalejandro
@SwedeninRW

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

Momentum ignites in Nyarugenge!💜

At the #MHD2026 🩸commemorations held at @Yego_Kimisagara , we proudly closed the #Dufatanye project by spotlighting remarkable strides, confronting persistent barriers, and spotlighting the critical gaps where sustained action is vital.

Deaf girls and women in @Nyarugenge are rising with greater knowledge, confidence, and opportunities than ever before.

@RwandaDeafwomen proudly honors every breakthrough while championing equitable access to quality Rwanda Sign Language resources and meaningful inclusion for all.

#PeriodFriendlyRwanda 🩸

Thanks to @KvinnaKvinnaINT and @SwedeninRW
@AnnetteMukiga
@Louisalejandro

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

Together, let's ensure Rwandan Sign Language opens every door to rights!

Deaf adolescent girls and young women in Rwanda have so much to contribute — and when we make sign language fully accessible, we unlock their access to essential SRHR services.

A gentle reminder of what stands in the way — so we can remove it together:

Ableism: The outdated idea that typical abilities are "better" — when in truth, every body and every mind brings unique strengths.

Audism: The preference for spoken language over sign — overlooking the beauty and power of Deaf communication and culture.

Our September 2025 Policy Brief is an open invitation full of practical ideas we can explore and implement together:

1. Transform health centres into welcoming, truly inclusive spaces for everyone.
2. Shine a light on Deaf AGYW experiences so no one stays unseen.
3. Place Deaf adolescent girls and young women's voices at the heart of decisions that affect them!

Sign language is a beautiful bridge to human rights — and when we build it together, no one is left behind.

Full policy brief and RSL version:
https://t.co/JiB20lmHVn

What ideas or steps excite you? Let's collaborate and make this vision real — we're stronger together!

#NoHumanRightsWithoutSignLanguage

@KvinnaKvinnaINT @Sida @ncpdrwanda @RwandaParliamnt @RIB_Rw
@RwandaYouthArts @RwandaHealth @AnnetteMukiga @SwedeninRW
@kabutarehospit3 @Imbuto
@nsanzimanasabin @Yego_Kimisagara
@Louisalejandro

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

Proud moment! @RwandaDeafwomen deeply appreciates the inspiring school project by three great Grade 8 changemakers at Green Hills Academy @GHA_rwanda.

In partnership with their parents, @GHA_rwanda and @ArtroomIfs (GS Institut Filippo Smaldone), @RwandaDeafwomen immersed them in Deaf culture, connected them with peers (especially Deaf girls), deepened their understanding of disability and inclusion, and donated scholastic materials + sanitary kits—driving real empowerment!

Thank you for championing inclusion together!
#EmpowerDeafGirls
#GreenHillsAcademy

@virenkshah
@TejalMalde
@KalangaNinja

[umutoni molly @MollyUmutoni]

RT @RwandaDeafwomen: @RwandaDeafwomen, we appreciate the attention brought by @NewTimesRwanda to the critical gaps in service delivery at I…

[Mukashema Dative @DativaMukashema]

All rose unbreakable — we didn’t end #16DaysOfActivism, we lit a fire that will never go out. ✊🏾

Thank you @RuhangoDistrict.

@giz_rwanda 🤟🤟🤟

#16DaysOfActivismAgainstGBV
#deafculture
#deafwomenlead
#endaudism

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

RUHANGO SPOKE IN SIGNS 💜

We just concluded the 2025 #16DaysOfActivism with pure Deaf power!

In @RuhangoDistrict ,after 2 transformative days of offline #GBV chatbot training, safety planning &celebrating Deaf identity with @giz_rwanda

We laughed, healed, and rose stronger

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

We are proud to partner W/@HuyeDistrict supported by
@KvinnaKvinnaINT @Sida commemorates #IDPD2025.

“Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress”

Just finished impact assessment of Sign Lang training @HopKabutare — key step for accessible #SRHR

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

When Deaf women lead, the room signs louder than words!💓🫶

Just wrapped two powerful days in @MusanzeDistrict for #16DaysOfActivism.🔥

Over 60 Deaf sisters now know their rights, how to report GBV, and have mastered the *350# chatbot.
In partnership with @giz_rwanda 💰
#EndGBV

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

Celebrating #IDPD2025 with impact and unity!

In proud partnership with @HuyeDistrict and all committed stakeholders, we successfully concluded a week-long awareness campaign, emphasizing that truly inclusive services must fully integrate Rwanda Sign Language in every sector.

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

Inspiring strides in inclusive healthcare!

Proud to partner with @HuyeDistrict for Sign Language Training—empowering health pros and boosting community access. 🙌

Big thanks to @KvinnaKvinnaINT 💵!
@SwedeninRW
@A_sebutege
@Sida

Watch👇
@RBArwanda💟
https://t.co/aMXOV2yYj2

[Sebutege Ange @A_sebutege]

#TubonaBirenzeImboni @RUBRwanda

[Mukashema Dative @DativaMukashema]

Congratulations on a powerful #disabilityjustice Symposium finale!

Deeply inspired by #WGG’s bold focus on policy #EndGBV, and united advocacy for #WWD

💜 @ThinkCREA, @hsmdhopes @afroark —true partners in equity.

Let’s keep amplifying voices and driving change!

#Inclusion

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

Kicked off our #DisabilityJustice Symposium with inspiration!

Dove into Women GainGround's impactful work, expert panels weaving disability rights into women's advocacy, and vibrant talks on policy, inclusion, and equity.

Can't wait for Day 2!
@hsmdhopes
@afroark
@ThinkCREA

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

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“Elevating sign language to the status of a national language would unlock our full potential as a society. Genuine development can only be achieved when sign language is formally recognised and utilised as an official language ...,

No Human Rights without Sign Language

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

Day 1 #IWDP2025: kicks off powerfully at @Yego_Kimisagara! Parents poured out heartwarming stories of love for their Deaf children, embracing Sign Language. "RSL is my child's voice—it's their right!" one mom vowed emotionally.

"No Human Rights Without Sign Language Rights"!💖

[Rwanda National Association of Deaf Women (RNADW) @RwandaDeafwomen]

Join us for #IWDP2025!

📅 Sept 30 - Oct 3

📍 @Yego_Kimisagara, @Nyarugenge, 🇷🇼

🎯 Theme: No Human Rights Without Sign Language Rights

@RwandaDeafwomen & partners empower Deaf women & girls with RSL, SRHR, & inclusion! 💪❤️

Be the voice for equity—join, share, sign!

@Sida

[Mukashema Dative @DativaMukashema]

For the 5 years, we’ve fiercely uplifted Deaf culture and sparked transformative change with #WomenGainingGround. This moment is a heartfelt embrace of our collective journey—struggles, victories, and all.
Deep gratitude to our coalition partners💌
@ThinkCREA
@IWRAW_AP
@AkiliDada

[German Embassy Kigali @GermanyinRwanda]

#MeetTheNGOs @RwandaDeafwomen
📘 Learn more in this info booklet: https://t.co/G1gK9odJ6r

#RNADW #DeafInclusion #CommunityLedSolutions