Our work in South Sudan
Donate today and help us continue to build peace and stability in challenging times.
Since independence in 2011, there has been social, economic and political instability in South Sudan, and the outbreak of conflict in Sudan has only worsened an already dire situation.
Poverty and extreme hunger continues to rise, with UNICEF estimating in August 2023 that at least 1.4 million children under the age of 5 are suffering from acute malnutrition in South Sudan.
Alongside extreme hunger and destitution, many continue to face displacement, unaddressed health issues, bereavement and the threat of homelessness.
Thankfully, with your continued donations, SVDP South Sudan can continue to run their life-saving projects and provide hope and assistance to those suffering.
You can download a copy of this years appeal leaflet here.
Infant Feeding Centres
These centres provide essential and life-saving meals to over 700 children, three times a week. The meals consist of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, which are formulated to provide a balanced diet integral to a child's growth and normal development. Parents and guardians also receive guidance on hygiene practices and how to provide good nutrition with locally available ingredients for their children.
Due to extreme hunger, Lucia’s two eldest children were not able to attend school or complete their education. Then Lucia found the SVP Baby Feeding Centre. Lucia is now able to ensure her younger children receive nutritious meals whilst she is at work, and thanks to their good health, is planning their school enrolment next year.
The SVP feeding programme has given my children life and a future.
Healthcare centre
This medical centre, run by SVP South Sudan, offers free medical aid for men, women and children living in dire conditions. As the only clinic in such a remote area, the clinic frequently attends to over 120 patients each day. Providing crucial advice and medication to those who would otherwise go without, this clinic and its continued running are essential.
Vocational training
This training enables unskilled young people, previously at risk of becoming child soldiers or drifting into a life of crime, to learn a trade and contribute to the rebuilding of their nation. Training is offered in construction, tailoring, medicine, and more. Over 400 students have enrolled for training this year and another 400 graduated in 2024, with many progressing into varied professions such as nursing, construction, garment making and many more.
Be in Hope Home
SVP South Sudan provides funding to support homeless boys with safe accommodation, and educational and training opportunities to help them find employment as part of their longer-term personal development. The Be in Hope home houses up to 25 boys at any time. Children are enrolled in education, provided with food, medication, and any other essential needs, they are also taught life skills- cooking, cleaning, money making initiatives- raising poultry, and some receive psychological therapy. The home aims to get the children prepared to lead independent and fulfilling lives for when they reach 18 years old.
May God continue to bless their giving hands to reach the unreached suffering children on the streets in Juba and around the world.
Please help bring hope and peace to those in South Sudan by donating today.