SITUATING SUBJECTIVE AND EMBODIED MEMORY OF THE 1994 GENOCIDE AGAINST THE TUTSI

Abstract

This thesis employs autoethnography to delve into the social fabric of post-genocide Rwanda. Through anecdotes and other corporal encounters, I assert that centering on my embodied and situated memory provides a departure from the inherent violences of colonial archiving. By prioritizing situated and embodied memory, this approach offers insights into how Rwandans navigate the reverberations of the 1994 genocide with greater nuance and sensitivity. Through the lens of autoethnography, I aim to capture the lived experiences, albeit partially, shedding light on the complexities of life in the aftermath of such a traumatic event. Keywords: Auto-ethnography, embodiment, vernacular, indigenous ontologies

Date of Award	2024
Original language	American English
Awarding Institution	HBKU College of Humanities and Social Science