The Jesuits in Eastern Africa have helped thousands of people in South Sudan by helping local communities develop sustainable livelihoods. Photo: AOR
Canadian Jesuits International (CJI)supports the Sowing Seeds of Transformation project of the Jesuits Eastern Africa Province.
This project helps local communities in South Sudan get education and support. It also helps strengthen their learning centers and community institutions.
After decades of civil war in Sudan, the country separated into Sudan and the new nation South Sudan.
Today, both countries still face political, social, and economic problems. In South Sudan, nine million people, or about 75% of the population, will likely need humanitarian assistance in 2024. There are 2.2 million internally displaced people in South Sudan and 2.3 million South Sudanese refugees in neighbouring countries.
AOR has been running a school, college, and institute since 2018, with help from CJI and other members of the Xavier Network. Education is given priority because it is needed and it transforms lives.
AOR also offers vocational training, peace initiatives, and pastoral programs. These programs help people in South Sudan earn money and build hope.
CJI has supported the Jesuits of Eastern Africa Province’s Sowing Seeds of Transformation project for years. Its programs have helped thousands of people.
The project at a glance:
Beneficiaries
Forcibly displaced people, returnees, and local host communities. Their programs are open to all people regardless of ethnic or religious background.
Budget: $CAD 3,930,249 (for three years)
Activities:
- Primary education and school feeding program
- Secondary education
- Digital literacy training, life skills
- Science education for girls
- Vocational training (basic solar and electrical installations, construction, auto mechanics and welding)
- Certification from Jesuit Worldwide Learning (English courses)
- Improved agricultural productivity and post-harvest management training for farmers
- Food for Work in drought-stricken areas
- Peacebuilding workshops and learning visits
- Improvement of school facilities (latrines, kitchen, roof, infirmary, multipurpose hall)
Director of Development (AOR province): Fr. Allan Ggita, SJ
Website: https://easternafricajesuits.org/
Read the latest project report
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