{"id":968,"date":"2022-09-07T21:03:09","date_gmt":"2022-09-07T19:03:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mission-21.org\/projekte\/der-suedsudan-erreichte-im-jahr-2011-nach-langen-kaempfen-seine-unabhaengigkeit-im-jahr-2013-brach-jedoch-erneut-krieg-aus-vorerst-hauptsaechlich-im-nordosten-des-landes-doch-im-juli-2016-weitete-s\/"},"modified":"2025-12-29T15:05:04","modified_gmt":"2025-12-29T14:05:04","slug":"peace-promotion-and-reconciliation-work-in-sudan","status":"publish","type":"projekte","link":"https:\/\/www.mission-21.org\/en\/projekte\/friedensfoerderung-und-versoehnungsarbeit-im-suedsudan\/","title":{"rendered":"Peacebuilding and reconciliation work in South Sudan"},"content":{"rendered":"

Background information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since the conflict in 2013, which was about political power and the fight for resources, there has been repeated violence against the civilian population. Millions of people have been militarily displaced. A large part of the population is still traumatized, especially women and children. Even after signing the peace agreement in 2018, the South Sudanese government is still weak, has hardly any financial resources and is pursuing other interests instead of taking care of social structures. Since spring 2025, the rivalry between President Salva Kiir and Vice President Riek Machar has also been escalating. Machar is under house arrest and is involved in a court case. Kiir suspended Machar by decree in September 2025. There is a risk of renewed civil war. The church is and remains all the more important as a peacemaker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project goals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Women Work Department (WWD) of the Presbyterian Church strengthens the capacities and self-confidence of girls and women, which promotes their political participation and involvement in leadership positions. In several courses, the participants learn skills that they can use in gainful employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Target group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Women and girls from different social classes and from all ethnic groups are addressed and included in the training and further education courses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Women and girls are prepared for self-determined employment in several courses. In addition to an English and computer course, the participants complete a one-month business management course. In 2023, three female students also took part in a tailoring and design course. In addition, the participants are supported by procuring materials for canteens and tailoring. Regular management meetings ensure the sustainable implementation and adaptation of the guidelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project progress<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The project has already brought about significant improvements in office work, particularly in management, governance and communication. Involvement in all areas of responsibility has proven to be a key success factor. The consistent involvement of all stakeholders throughout the project cycle also contributed significantly to its success and strengthened the sense of ownership and participation among the people affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sharp rise in prices for food, services and materials was particularly challenging and led to financial tensions. In addition, the limited accessibility of some project areas during the rainy season made it difficult to implement individual activities. Nevertheless, the willingness to participate was remarkably high - a clear sign of how great the interest and need for such measures is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outlook: <\/strong>Project expansion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is great interest in the training courses among the population. For the future expansion of the project, there are plans to offer additional skills such as hair care, catering and the production of hygiene articles in order to diversify the skills of the participants. A vocational training center in Juba is planned to offer women a space for learning and exchange. By expanding training and providing tools and capital, the aim is to strengthen women's economic independence and promote talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n