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Now Accepting Applications for the 2013-2014 Community Solutions Program September 19, 2012 Are you currently engaged in community development work? Do you have the potential to be a leader and change-maker in your community? Are you looking for a career development opportunity to increase your professional skills, experience and networks? If you answered yes to the above questions then you may be an excellent candidate for this year’s Community Solutions Program.	IREX Seeking Selection Committee Members for 2013 Community Solutions Program September 17, 2012 IREX is seeking qualified experts to serve on the 2013-2014 Community Solutions Program selection committee. The Community Solutions Program is a professional development program for the best and brightest global community leaders working to make positive, lasting change in their local communities. If you are interested in participating in this year’s selection committee for the Community Solutions Program, please e-mail communitysolutions@irex.org by October 1, 2012
Rwandan Youth Build Peace Through Livelihoods Projects August 3, 2012 by Tyler Peterson Who knew poultry, pigs and potatoes were part of the peace process? They are, according to hundreds of young Rwandans still affected by genocide. The youth recently had a chance to plan and lead peace-building activities in their communities as part of IREX's Youth For Change (Y4C) program.	Making A Better World In Africa May 24, 2012 Although IREX began its work in the Soviet Union more than 40 years ago, today we implement a wide portfolio of programs in 41 countries in Africa. More than 20% of our program budget goes to African civil society actors, journalists, teachers, youth, and community leaders. Our programs draw on local expertise, NGOs and staff to deliver sustainable solutions well-suited for the African context. In honor of Africa Day, and the in spirit of unity and diversity it commemorates, we are pleased to share our new factsheet on IREX in Africa and some snapshots and thoughts from recent IREX visits to Africa.
Profile of a Rwandan Peacebuilder April 27, 2012 When Raphael Nzabiyumva was just a boy, his family got caught up in the frenzy of the Rwandan genocide and destroyed a neighbors' property. Today, the young man is helping to forge reconciliation with his neighbors and the community at large.	Rwandan Youth Engage Genocide Perpetrators on Path to Reconciliation November 22, 2011 When 24-year-old Rwandan youth leader John Bosco Gakwenza first approached his fellow members of Ingenzi youth group about organizing reconciliation dialogues with perpetrators of the 1994 genocide, their reaction was lukewarm.
IREX Seeking Interviewers for 2012 Community Solutions Program Selection Process November 19, 2011 The deadline is December 2, 2011.	World Teachers' Day: Unifying Rwanda Through Education October 4, 2011 In celebration of World Teachers' Day, IREX honors teachers who dedicate countless hours to helping young people create their own better future. Celestin Munyandekwe is a secondary school teacher in Rwanda and a 2011 fellow of the Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program. His vision for a more peaceful and productive society is helping to shape a generation of tolerant minds in rural Rwanda. IREX spoke with Munyandekwe to learn about his inspiration for teaching and his aspirations for his students.
Leaders from 21 Countries Train in US to Improve Local Communities August 25, 2011 Sixty-four motivated community leaders from 21 countries arrived in the US recently to kick off the 2011 Community Solutions Program. Community Solutions is a professional development program for the best and brightest global community leaders striving for change in their communities.	American Teachers Bring the World to the Classroom August 16, 2011 One hundred American high school teachers from across the country are internationalizing their fall lesson plans after returning from global professional development visits worldwide.