There was no way to laugh anymore, to love, to care, and there was a sense of guilt in having survived when others had been killed. I turned into a worse workaholic than I had already been by trying to work myself into the ground.
Romeo DallaireRead
I promised never to let the Rwandan Genocide die because I knew the Rwandans didn't have much power internationally and certainly didn't have the resources. I felt it was my duty having witnessed it, and having stayed to witness it, that I had to talk about it and keep it going.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of remembering and speaking out about past atrocities to honor the victims and foster awareness.
Romeo Dallaire articulates a powerful commitment to ensuring that the memory of the Rwandan Genocide is not forgotten. He highlights the responsibility he feels as a witness to these events, recognizing the lack of international power and resources among the Rwandan people. His determination to keep the conversation alive is a testament to the enduring duty to advocate for justice and remembrance, thereby empowering the voices of those who suffered.
Themes
RwandaGenocideMemoryJusticeAdvocacy
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a memorial service to honor the victims of the Rwandan Genocide.
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