RISD’s intervention in pro-poor land policy implementation in Rwanda

Location: Eastern and Northern Provinces and City of Kigali

Timeline: 2011-2012

Principal organisations: RISD

This story shows the impact of a successful intervention by the Rwanda Initiative for Sustainable Development (RISD) in contributing to the implementation of pro-poor and equitable land policies in Rwanda. Through evidence-based awareness raising efforts, dialogue, advocacy and networking, RISD was able to influence policy implementation and promote the land rights of poor and vulnerable groups, especially women.