Ingoma Nshya - Creativity Pioneers Fund
Applied arts Education and research Music Performative arts Social entrepreneurship

Ingoma Nshya

Ingoma Nshya, established in 2004 as a response to the 1994 genocide, is Rwanda's first all-female drumming organization, promoting a culture of gender equality. Challenging traditional norms prohibiting women from drumming fosters a new image of empowered women in Rwanda. The ensemble, rooted in respect and unity, serves as a platform for women to advocate for their rights and dreams.

Ingoma Nshya

Ingoma Nshya, established in 2004 as a response to the 1994 genocide, is Rwanda's first all-female drumming organization, promoting a culture of gender equality. Challenging traditional norms prohibiting women from drumming fosters a new image of empowered women in Rwanda. The ensemble, rooted in respect and unity, serves as a platform for women to advocate for their rights and dreams.

Social challenges

 Active citizenship
 Democracy and social justice
 Human rights
 Peacebuilding
 Quality education and cultural accessibility
 Reduced inequalities
 Youth employment

Sectors

Performative arts
Music
Applied arts
Education and research
Social entrepreneurship

Audience types

Youth
Cultural practitioners
Women
Conflict communities

Activities

Education and training
Advocacy and storytelling
Archiving and documentation
Artistic practices
Cultural heritage preservation
Network building
Place making
Funding

Countries

Rwanda

62 of 151 Pioneers
62 of 151 Pioneers