1. INFORMATION RESOURCE CENTER (IRC) AMERICAN EMBASSY http://rwanda.usembassy.gov E-mail: irckigali@state.gov irckigali@state.gov Thaïs RUBONEKA IRC Assistant and Webmaster

2. What is IRC A component of the Public Affairs section IRC role is to promote understanding between Rwanda and the United States offering reading and research facilities. IRC has a Library and an internet corner

3. IRC Collection 1. Books * Our IRC has a library with about 3000 books in all areas: American history, politics and society, US economy, human rights, global issues like HIV/AIDS, gender, environment, media… (French and English books available) * Educational advising books and catalogues for both graduates and undergraduates.

4. 2. Periodicals IRC has subscription to the 45 periodicals (French and English): Jeune Afrique, Paris Match, Femme Actuelle, the economist, Business Week, New Scientific, Entrepreneur, Amina,….

5. Internet Corner 4 computers with free internet access (for research purposes only) Internet service available Monday-Friday, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM

6. Online resources IRC has a new Wiki site IRC wiki collects and provides electronic resources and tool kits that can be useful for researchers, journalists, students, lectures and all the people seeking US information in many areas. Power point presentations on different subjects Visit the IRC wiki at : http://irckigalirw.pbworks.com http://irckigalirw.pbworks.com

7. IRC services Research service: IRC Staff assist with research requirements related to US Lending services: 2 books can be borrowed for 2 weeks Education advising: Assistance for individual interested in studying in US

8. Membership Open to professionals and students At no cost Requirements: a professional card or student card can allow you to be registered. Library hours: Monday- Friday from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM

9. Address INFORMATION RESOURCE CENTER Public Affairs Section American Embassy Tel: 250-596 400 irckigali@state.gov http://rwanda.usembassy.gov

10. THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION Thaïs Ruboneka IRC Assistant and Webmaster rubonekatx@state.gov