Gwiz'Ineza Foundation

Honoring Elders,
Restoring Dignity & Hope

At Gwiz’Ineza Foundation, we work to ensure that older people are seen, heard, respected, and included in the communities they helped build.

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Gwiz'Ineza Foundation team with older people in the community
Supporting the well-being of older people
2025 Officially Registered

About Us

A community where every generation matters.

We are a community-focused organization working to improve the well-being, dignity and inclusion of older people.

We look at the realities older people face in everyday life, from loneliness and financial insecurity to access to healthcare, social protection and meaningful participation in their communities.

But our work is not only about addressing challenges. It is also about recognizing the knowledge, experience and contribution that older people continue to bring to families and communities.

What We Do

We listen. We connect.
We advocate. We act.

Working for better lives, not just better systems. The challenges faced by older people are connected — health affects independence, financial insecurity affects dignity, loneliness affects well-being, and lack of information limits access to services. Our work looks at the whole person and the environment around them.

Financial empowerment of older people Support

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Financial Empowerment

No one should have to choose between food, healthcare and basic needs simply because they are older. We promote access to financial security and independence.

  • Social Protection: promoting awareness and financial access.
  • Economic Resilience: supporting sustainable livelihoods for older people.
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Health and well-being of older people Care

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Health & Well-being

Good health is an essential part of living independently. We raise awareness, strengthen healthcare connections and support emotional wellness.

  • Healthcare Access: tailored support and medical responses.
  • Emotional Wellness: creating spaces where elders feel valued and heard.
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Social inclusion and intergenerational connection Community

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Social Inclusion

Age should not separate us. We foster intergenerational connections, shared community respect and active participation in society.

  • Intergenerational Bonds: bridging generations through dialogue.
  • Community Rights: ensuring older people are included and respected.
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Our field activities, our meetings and the stories of the people we work with.

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Gwiz'Ineza Foundation in the community
Gwiz'Ineza Foundation in the community
Gwiz'Ineza Foundation in the community
Gwiz'Ineza Foundation in the community
Gwiz'Ineza Foundation in the community
Gwiz'Ineza Foundation in the community
Gwiz'Ineza Foundation in the community
Gwiz'Ineza Foundation in the community
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Our Team

Our team drives our mission forward, ensuring Gwiz’Ineza Foundation stays committed to providing dignity, care and hope for older persons.

Lydia Umupfasoni

Lydia Umupfasoni

Founder

Guiding the overall vision for the dignity, well-being and fulfillment of older persons.

Silas Nyilindekwe

Silas Nyilindekwe

Technical Advisor

Providing technical expertise to ensure effective implementation of field actions.

Nicole Kayihura

Nicole Kayihura

Consultant

Contributing to social protection initiatives and program development.

Paul Eloma

Paul Eloma

IT & Media Consultant

Managing digital infrastructure, media communications and online presence.

Our Purpose

Growing older should never mean being left behind.

An older person may need access to healthcare, someone to talk to, or support meeting daily needs — while holding a lifetime of experience to share.

Featured Stories

Stories that deserve to be heard.

Behind every number is a person, a family and a story. We share the real experiences of older persons and those working alongside them.

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Get Involved

There is something each of us can do.

Support an older person, share your time, or contribute your skills. Small acts of care make a real difference.

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Our Field Activities

Where We Work

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January 30, 2026 by Gwiz'Ineza Foundation

Institutional Meetings with the Ministry of Local Government & Partner Organizations

A key meeting that allowed us to share our vision and receive strategic guidelines from the Ministry to successfully carry out our mission for older people.

Active field operation: Bugesera District (Eastern Province)

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PARTNERS

OUR TRUSTED PARTNERS

We are proud to collaborate with leading organizations and foundations whose generous support enables us to empower seniors and transform communities across Rwanda.

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