South Sudan
Africa’s newest republic has been navigating a complex path since gaining its independence in 2011. After decades of conflict, South Sudan again fell into a ruinous civil war. Hopes for sustained peace rest with implementation of the Revitalized Agreement for Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan. Women’s participation is a central pillar of this peace agreement, with Karama partners leading efforts to realize its goals for all South Sudanese.
Karama in South Sudan
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Sarah Awel James Ajith
Sarah James was a key voice for peace and reconciliation in South Sudan. She led vital work through her own organization SWIGO and as chair of the South Sudan Women General Association. We remember and celebrate the impact she had for women and girls in South Sudan and internationally.
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Jackline Nasiwa and CIGPJ
Jackline leads the Center for Inclusive Governance, Peace and Justice. Through her work, Jackline has worked closely with parliamentarians to improve the process of law making in South Sudan, and to increase the representation of women in decision making.
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Aluel Deng
Aluel found new perspectives and expanded horizons through her membership of the Wa’ed network for adolescent girls. She has used her new-found voice on issues important to her, like ending child marriage, and for action on climate change.
