Our Vision
To become an internationally recognized center of excellence in gender studies.
About the Centre
Who we are
The Centre for Gender Studies (CGS) at the University of Rwanda is dedicated to training gender experts, stimulating research and building the partnerships needed to promote gender awareness at local, national, regional and international levels.
Our vision and mission
Our Mission
To train gender experts and practitioners, stimulate research and documentation in gender fields and help to build the networks and partnerships needed to promote community gender awareness at the local, national, regional and international level.
Brief overview of the CGS
The Centre for Gender Studies has grown from a small institute initiative into one of the University of Rwanda's dedicated centres for gender teaching, research and outreach. Its evolution reflects both the national commitment to gender equality and the steady demand for gender expertise across the public, private and non-governmental sectors.
Our history
The Centre has developed in four key stages, each marking a significant expansion of its mandate and reach.
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Initiated as the Centre for Gender Culture and Development
The Centre was initiated in 2009 by the former Kigali Institute of Education (KIE) as the Centre for Gender Culture and Development (CGCD).
Founded -
First cohort recruited
The first cohort of 50 students was recruited in 2010 for the Master of Social Sciences in Gender and Development.
First intake -
Renamed Centre for Gender Studies under the University of Rwanda
In 2013, with the merger of public higher learning institutions to become the University of Rwanda, the centre was renamed the Centre for Gender Studies (CGS) and placed under the College of Arts and Social Science.
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Two PhD programmes launched
In 2019, the CGS started two PhD programmes — the PhD by Research in Gender and Development and the PhD by Research in Gender Studies.
Doctoral expansion
2009Year founded
50First cohort size
2013Joined University of Rwanda
2PhD programmes since 2019
What We Offer
CGS programmes and services
The Centre delivers academic programmes, applied research and a range of professional and community services across the gender field.
Academic programmes
Doctoral and master's degrees in gender studies and development
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Doctoral
PhD by Research in Gender and Development
Advanced research degree focused on gender in development policy and practice.
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Doctoral
PhD by Research in Gender Studies
Advanced research degree in gender theory, policy and interdisciplinary scholarship.
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Master's
Master of Social Sciences in Gender and Development
Two-year postgraduate degree combining gender theory, research methods and policy analysis.
Professional & research services
Training, consultancy and materials development for organisations
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On request
Short courses in gender-related subjects
Tailored training for public, private and civil society organisations, delivered on request.
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Advisory
Research and consultancies
Applied research, evaluations and advisory work on gender equality and inclusion.
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Resources
Development of modules and training materials
Design of curricula, modules and training resources on a range of gender-related subjects.
Engagement & partnerships
Public lectures, outreach and collaboration across sectors
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Collaboration
Partnerships
Collaboration with other centres, schools and departments in universities, and with public, private and non-governmental organisations.
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Public
Public lectures
Open lectures and seminars bringing gender research to wider audiences.
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Community
Community outreach activities
Practical engagement with communities to build gender awareness and local capacity.
Work with the Centre
Whether you want to study with us, commission research or explore a partnership, we would like to hear from you.