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A New Dawn from a Dark Cell

This lens is about a letter of gratitude received by Criminon Rwanda Staff from one of the inmates that partook in the first Criminon program delivered in Gitarama prison, Rwanda.

When you read this letter, keep in mind that this is from a region which was caught up in a terrible genocide, and where reconciliation, though sought after was not considered possible.

New Hope in Rwanda through Criminon

A Word of Thanks from an Inmate in Gitarama Prison

Edouard M.
Cell: Kibirizi
sector: Rubengera
District: Karongi
West Province Gitarama, 4th February 2008

Subject: Acknowledgement of our trainers
Regarding the training I have done, I became conscious of how other countries are full of love & care for us. I know how to forgive others. I know how to bring about awareness in a conflict so that reconciliation can happen for both sides.
I can also use the truth when there are problems amongst people.

I can welcome the children of other people in my family and live with them
When I will go back (to my home), I will help my relatives and the people I know to reconcile with each other and with their neighbors, and pray together for our people, our leaders, and generally in order that our country remains peaceful in God.
Thank you very much for the excellent and enriching training!
E.M.

For more information about Criminon, visit the Criminon Rwanda website

The letter of thanks as recieved from the inmate Gitarama prison in Rwanda, original letter written in French. 

One of the Precepts tought by the Criminon program

As you can see in the letter written by the inmate, the Criminon program, which is secular in nature, assisted this man in restoring his own religious values.

One of the principles that the program teaches the importance of respecting the religious views of others, as illustrated in following video.
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    Laura Nov 23, 2008 @ 11:10 pm | delete
    Wow, so man can be free. That's a concept many have been trying to talk us out of. Awesome program. More people should check this out if they want to do something about their environment.
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    McQ Nov 10, 2008 @ 4:23 am | delete
    This is so inspiring to read, Eduard. Thank you.
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    Sue Mustard Oct 29, 2008 @ 10:53 pm | delete
    We want a planet with no war, and no criminals.Then all men can rise to greater heitghts. These are the aims of Scientology. It is a great thing to do.
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    Carlie Oct 28, 2008 @ 9:23 pm | delete
    I know you will do well in your life now. You are a powerful man who can create anything for yourself, your family and your environment. Set the pace with what you know!
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    George Oct 28, 2008 @ 12:52 am | delete
    Thanks for the wonderful letter! Carry on!
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    Marilyn Oct 27, 2008 @ 11:07 pm | delete
    Thank you for your letter. It is so refreshing to hear such good news.
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    Mike Oct 27, 2008 @ 9:21 pm | delete
    Great story. Glad to see that something positive is being done and is effective as well.
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    Konky Oct 27, 2008 @ 9:46 am | delete
    I am very favorably impressed by the scope of your interests now. You foresee helping not only your family and close ones but your whole country..., and that sir, is remarkable.
    Help IS possible.
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    Colleen Murphy Oct 27, 2008 @ 9:27 am | delete
    This good news is appreciated. This program should be used in all prisons so we can truly help our criminals become better people and useful to society. How much would the worldwide economy be helped if this program was used? There would be a lot less crime and the savings to the taxpayers for prisons, courts, etc. would be huge. This would be a great way to reverse the economic downturn.
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    Anne Oct 27, 2008 @ 9:11 am | delete
    Thank you so much for sharing this success you had - it's refreshing to hear about real solutions!
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