Who We Are
Health Development Initiative (HDI) is an independent, non-profit organization based in Kigali and registered with the Rwandan government. HDI strives to improve both the quality and accessibility of healthcare for all Rwandans.
Our Vision
A society in which everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the highest attainable standard of health and well-being, regardless of social, cultural, economic, or any other status.
Our Mission
To empower individuals, communities, and institutions to improve community health and development in Rwanda. Using a rights-based approach, HDI builds sustainable alliances to advocate for and support inclusive, health-friendly policies and services for everyone regardless of social, cultural, economic or any other status.
Our History & Leadership
Health Development Initiative (HDI) was founded in 2005 by a dedicated group of Rwandan physicians committed to bridging health disparities in post-conflict Rwanda. Over two decades, HDI has grown into a premier national health and human rights NGO, operating three clinical centers, mentoring clinicians across all 30 districts, and championing policy reforms.
Today, HDI brings together a multidisciplinary team with vast experience in medicine, public health, policy advocacy, litigation and community development across all 30 districts of Rwanda.
Our Core Values
The core principles that guide our work, ethics, and partnership across Rwanda.
Equality
HDI promotes and advocates the human rights of all persons using a rights-based approach.
Accountability
HDI is accountable to the communities it serves, its donors, and other stakeholders for resources that come into its possession.
Partnership
HDI believes in building nurturing partnerships for efficient, effective, and collaborative service to Rwandan communities.
Transparency
HDI's primary responsibility is to the target beneficiaries of its interventions; the organization operates in an open manner, with all stakeholder voices respected.
Sustainability
HDI believes that communities and partners should be left stronger and more resourceful after its interventions are complete.
Equity
HDI strives to ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to achieve their full-length potential regardless of any consideration.