About Us
A non-profit organization designed to foster Rwanda's sustainable development initiatives through practical learning and action.
Our Statement
Vision
To create, implement, and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of Rwandan communities and to promote Rwanda's innovation and lessons learned as a community engagement tool in Canada.
Mission
To facilitate learning exchanges between international visitors and local change agents to foster sustainable development in Rwanda.
Values
Compassion
Reciprocity
Integrity
Co-Development
Quick Overview
Our History
Founding
BBR was established by Lama Mugabo to support the reconstruction of Rwanda following the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis
2005
Fundraising
A fundraiser was organized, raising seven thousand dollars to support Covaga, a weaver's cooperative turning environmental challenges into social and economic opportunities
2006
Collaboration
Lama Mugabo returned to Rwanda and collaborated with various organizations supporting the country's post-genocide reconstruction and reconciliation.
2008
Partnership
BBR partnered with Developing World Connections (DWC), recruiting volunteers for 2 to 4 weeks.
2008
Sponsorship
Upon returning to Canada, Lama continued the work, bringing visitors from Canada to Rwanda. Two proteges, Cedric (VP) and Steven (Treasurer), both educated in Canada and the US, served on the BBR board.
2015
RR25 Legacy Project
BBR collaborates with Hogan's Alley Society, SFU Institute for Disapora Research and Engagement.
2019
Reflection Tour
BBR took people from Vancouver to Rwanda to participate in CHOGM (Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting) and visit projects that have transformed Rwanda.
2022
Professor June Francis, Professor Stephen Rulisa, and BBR Chair Lama Mugabo