RUB and Partners Strengthen Collaboration to Link GBV Survivors to Isange One Stop Centre and Legal Services

Muhanga, Rwanda – November 12, 2026 – The Rwanda Union of the Blind (RUB), through the Beyond Boundaries Project, joined the National Union of Disability Organisations in Rwanda (NUDOR) and other service providers in a coordination meeting at Muhanga RIB Station to strengthen support and referral pathways for survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Nyarusange Sector.

The meeting brought together representatives of RUB, NUDOR, Isange One Stop Centre, the Gender and Family Promotion Officer, the MAJ Officer, the Disability Mainstreaming Officer (DMO), and the Social Affairs Officer of Nyarusange Sector.

The engagement focused on GBV cases reported by victims from Nyarusange Sector and explored ways to improve collaboration among institutions responsible for receiving reports, providing assistance, and following up on cases.

A key objective was to establish stronger working relationships and create an effective communication channel through which participating institutions can regularly update one another on the progress of reported cases. This coordination is intended to help stakeholders identify challenges, follow up on cases, and provide the necessary support whenever required.

The meeting also emphasized the importance of linking GBV survivors to services provided by Isange One Stop Centre and accessing legal assistance through the relevant structures. Strengthened cooperation among the institutions is expected to support better coordination and improve responses to reported cases.

Through the Beyond Boundaries Project, RUB continues to work with partners and service providers to strengthen access to support and referral services for persons with disabilities, including those affected by gender-based violence.

The collaboration aims to ensure that reported cases receive appropriate attention and that survivors can be connected to the services and assistance they need.