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Lieutenant-General (ret.), Peacekeeper, Senator of Quebec (2005-2014), Humanitarian

Roméo Antonius Dallaire Speaking Fee: $30,000 to $50,000

Lieutenant-General (ret.), Peacekeeper, Senator of Quebec (2005-2014), Humanitarian

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Roméo Antonius Dallaire
Speaking Fee:
$30,000 to $50,000

Travels From:
YUL - Montreal, Canada

Primary Topic Category:
Military

Secondary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship

 

Roméo Antonius Dallaire Speaker Profile: At A Glance

General Roméo Dallaire is a celebrated advocate for global human rights, as well as a highly-respected author, public speaker, leadership consultant, international advisor, former Canadian Senator, and founder of la Fondation Roméo Dallaire and the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace, and Security. Throughout his distinguished military career, General Dallaire served most notably as Force Commander of the UN Assistance Mission for Rwanda during the 1994 genocide. Whether as military commander, humanitarian, speaker, or author, Roméo Dallaire works tirelessly to bring national and international attention to situations too-often ignored.

Roméo Antonius Dallaire is a distinguished humanitarian, author, and retired lieutenant-general in the Canadian Army. Born on June 25, 1946, in Denekamp, Netherlands, Dallaire immigrated to Canada with his family. He joined the Canadian Armed Forces through the Royal Military College of Canada, where he honed his leadership skills and deepened his commitment to public service. Dallaire's military career is most notably marked by his role as Force Commander of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda (UNAMIR) during the 1994 genocide. Facing immense challenges and operating under a constrained mandate, he exhibited extraordinary courage and moral leadership. His efforts to save lives amidst the escalating violence highlighted the complex interplay between ethics, humanity, and military duty. For many, his experiences in Rwanda epitomize the struggles of peacekeeping in times of great adversity. After retiring from the military in 2000, Dallaire focused on advocacy and writing. He authored several books, including "Shake Hands with the Devil: The Failure of Humanity in Rwanda," which received international acclaim for its candid examination of his UN mission in Rwanda. This work brought global attention to the complexities and failures of the international community during humanitarian crises. It also earned him a Governor General's Literary Award. Throughout his post-military career, Dallaire has been a relentless advocate for humanitarian causes, focusing on issues such as child soldiers, PTSD, and mental health support for veterans. He founded the Roméo Dallaire Child Soldiers Initiative, which aims to eradicate the use of child soldiers through training, research, and advocacy. His dedication to these causes illustrates his commitment to preventing the kinds of tragedies he witnessed firsthand. Today, Roméo Dallaire continues to inspire audiences worldwide as a keynote speaker, sharing insights drawn from his exceptional life journey. His speeches are informed by his profound understanding of leadership, ethics, and the imperatives of global citizenship. Dallaire's compelling presence and messages challenge individuals and organizations to foster compassion, resilience, and responsibility in an ever-changing world.
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