South Sudan
We create prospects in the youngest and one of the least developed countries in the world. We create opportunities through health promotion, education and peace work.
We create prospects in the youngest and one of the least developed countries in the world. We create opportunities through health promotion, education and peace work.
According to estimates by development organizations, three quarters of the population in South Sudan need humanitarian aid. There are many reasons for this: natural disasters such as droughts and floods, as well as economic instability and dependence on neighboring countries, which have led to food becoming massively more expensive. Famine and armed conflicts are contributing to the fact that more than two million people are on the run within the country.
In our project area, there are repeated violent clashes between the population groups living there. Many children work as shepherds to protect the valuable livestock. This is one of the reasons for the low school enrolment rate. Girls often drop out of school because they are married off early and have to take care of the household and children. This leaves young people with limited prospects for the future.
We are committed to ensuring that young people in South Sudan can attend school and gain a future perspective. "Education instead of dropping out" and peacebuilding are key focus areas for ena. We provide advanced training for motivated teachers and promote peaceful coexistence among different ethnic groups.
To ensure students enjoy attending school, regular and quality training for teachers is essential. Teachers are more likely to stay at a school long-term if they are satisfied with their working conditions. Motivated teachers and "school mothers" can help convince girls and their families that education is important for them as well. As a result, more girls complete school before getting married.
A functional school infrastructure is essential for a positive learning environment. Therefore, in the project area, damaged and rundown school buildings are being renovated. School desks, tables, mats, and office chairs are being provided for both school centers. Additionally, the construction of safe, gender-separated latrines contributes to better well-being, especially for girls.
A key foundation for functioning schools is peace. To ensure and maintain it, peace committees are being established. Additionally, young people in school learn how to resolve conflicts peacefully. Each year, a peace dialogue and a peace tournament are held with participants from various ethnic communities.
School leadership members in the project area receive annual training. Additionally, teachers are provided with a daily meal, which boosts motivation and positively impacts the learning environment.
Girls and young women are provided with hygiene products so they can attend school even during their menstrual periods.
Through sporting events, members of the three population groups interact with each other in a safe environment, allowing them to get to know and appreciate one another.
Your donation for South Sudan
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As a relief organization, we provide life-changing opportunities worldwide through effective, straightforward assistance. We are committed to both short- and medium-term emergency aid, as well as long-term development cooperation. Based on mutual respect and an understanding of local needs, we focus primarily on livelihoods, education, health, and peace. The responsible and impactful use of entrusted donations is confirmed by the ZEWO quality seal and our commitment to the standards of the CHS Alliance.