International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda
On 7 April the UN remembers the victims of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda and reflects on how to prevent such crimes.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserUnited Nations General Assembly
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2003
About the day
The UN General Assembly designated the day in December 2003. The UN holds events on or around the date each year, focusing on remembrance, education and support for survivors.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday 7 April 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Friday 7 April 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Saturday 7 April 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
Where this information comes from
- UN observance page: International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda
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