A community’s strength can often be seen in the strength of its families. Within many South Sudanese households, mothers carry responsibilities that extend far beyond caring for children. They contribute to food production, household income, education, health, community relationships and the daily work of keeping families together during difficult circumstances. When mothers have knowledge, resources,…

Faith and development are sometimes treated as separate areas of life. Development is associated with schools, health facilities, livelihoods, infrastructure and economic opportunity, while faith is associated with worship, spiritual life, morality and community. In South Sudan, however, these areas are closely connected. Faith communities are part of the social fabric of the country. Churches,…

South Sudan’s young population represents one of the country’s greatest opportunities. Across towns, cities, rural communities and displaced populations, young people are learning, creating, communicating and looking for ways to build better lives. Technology is increasingly becoming part of that search. A smartphone, computer, solar-powered device or internet connection may appear to be a simple…

South Sudan is a country blessed with extraordinary natural resources. Its rivers and wetlands support communities, its forests provide food, fuel and livelihoods, and its fertile lands offer enormous agricultural potential. Its wildlife and biodiversity are also valuable national assets. Yet these resources are under increasing pressure from climate change, population growth, displacement, poverty and…

Leadership is often associated with authority, position, recognition, and control. A leader is imagined as the person at the front of the room, the person whose name appears on the document, the person who makes the final decision, or the person surrounded by others waiting for instructions. But leadership is much bigger than position. True…