Fifty police officers yesterday met at the Rwanda National Police (RNP) in Kacyiru to review implementation and achievements in fighting gender based violence and how better to deal with the existing challenges.

The officers who are Focal Points were drawn from various Police Units across the country.

The annual meeting was organised by RNP in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

During the meeting, participants also shared best practices on gender promotion.

Superintendent Pélagie Dusabe, the Director of Gender Promotion in Rwanda National Police, said the meeting was meant to draw collective strategies to effectively address GBV-related issues.

"This is an opportune moment where participants are reminded of their roles and given a wake-up call to ensure that gender related issues are addressed effectively," Supt. Dusabe said.

AIP Hilary Murebwayire, the gender focal point for Ngororero District also said such meeting is crucial to share best practices in gender promotion and fighting gender violence.