Bashana Medard – Rwanda

Bashana Medard

Preferred Name/Nick Name
Bashana

Occupation/Title
Museum Manager Specialist, Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy

Country of Origin
Rwanda

Country of Residence
Rwanda

Summary
Bashana Medard is a dedicated professional in the field of social work and cultural heritage management. He works as the Museum Manager Specialist at the Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy in Kigali, where he focuses on the daily management of the museum. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and an advanced certificate in Humanities. Bashana is also a Rotary Peace Fellow, currently seeking to enhance his peacebuilding and conflict resolution skills through the fellowship at Makerere University. His goal is to contribute to the field of peacebuilding, particularly in conflict-affected regions, using both theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

Areas of Expertise

• Social Work
• Museum Management
• Peacebuilding & Conflict Transformation
• Cultural Heritage
• Conflict Resolution

Professional Experience
Museum Manager Specialist, Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy: Bashana manages the daily operations of the museum, overseeing exhibits, collections, and educational programs that highlight Rwanda’s cultural heritage. His role is essential in preserving and promoting Rwanda’s history and traditions.

Skills

• Museum & Cultural Heritage Management
• Program Development & Management
• Peacebuilding & Conflict Resolution
• Community Engagement
• Research & Analysis

Academic Background

• Bachelor of Arts in Social Work – University of Rwanda, Huye (2012)
• Advanced Certificate in Humanities – Gahini Secondary School, Kayonza (2007)

Bashana is excited to leverage the Rotary Peace Fellowship to further develop his peacebuilding skills, especially in the context of conflict-affected communities. He is eager to use the knowledge gained from the fellowship to promote peace and social cohesion in Rwanda and internationally.