WE REMAIN STEADFAST
As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we honor the hope and resiliency of women around the world, and especially in DRC. Our staff members, students, and community beneficiaries continue to press on – working, learning, and living everyday in hope of a brighter, more flourishing Congo. Despite the current situation, we remain steadfast in our commitment to providing education and opportunities for women and men to thrive. UCBC and our community engagement initiatives are beacons of hope in a fraught time.
Watch the video below for an update from Dr. Honoré Bunduki, Rector of UCBC, on life and work in Beni.
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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
UCBC hosted a special gathering to celebrate International Women’s Day.
“This day was much more than a celebration: it was a call to action. Participants reaffirmed the urgency to build a society where peace and equality are not mere ideals, but tangible realities.
Together, let us continue to fight for a future where peace and equality reign. UCBC, through its initiatives and engaged groups, remains committed to supporting women and girls in their quest for justice, dignity, and resilience.”
CHURCH RENEWAL AND GLOBAL MISSION
The Center for Church Renewal and Global Mission (CRGM) hosted a conference for pastors this month. CRGM is one of UCBC’s Community Engagement Initiatives which works to train leaders, pastors, and agents of change capable of providing lasting solutions to the problems of Congolese society.
Its programs not only focus on direct interventions to improve the lives of local communities, but also address their spiritual development.
CRGM is a key player in the landscape of positive change, community engagement, and strengthening community resilience in the face of the multiple crises DRC is facing.
MEET A UCBC GRAD
“At UCBC, I found more than books – I found a future, dreams, and connections. I am grateful for the past four years, for the knowledge gained and the friendships made. Thank you, UCBC, for this valuable education, for the open doors and opportunities provided.”
Ebenel Kasoki Vinywasiki, Economics
“Always ask yourself to what extent the skills you possess can be used and developed to contribute to providing solutions to society’s problems, either in your field of expertise or in any area where you possess strength.”
Dr. Innocent Bora Uzima, UCBC Secrétaire Général Académique
CONGO IN THE NEWS
How Far Will Rwanda Go in Congo? (Foreign Affairs)
Tens of millions risk starvation as funding cuts deepen crises in DR Congo: WHO, WFP (UN News)
Rwanda and DR Congo officials hold second round of talks as M23 meets mediators (France 24)
‘I was terrified’: refugees who fled DRC to Burundi recall deadly river crossing (The Guardian)
From 1960 to present day, 11 dates that explain the conflict in the DRC (RFI)
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