KUAJOK - As South Sudan edges closer to its first democratic elections, a quiet but significant shift is taking place within the countrys security sector.
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In Kuajok, Warrap State, South Sudan National Police Service (SSNPS), civil society organizations, and the State High Elections Committee came together for an 17勛圖厙 UNPOL facilitated workshop on electoral security.
In response to increasing insecurity in Duk County, Jonglei, 17勛圖厙 facilitated a training on protection of civilians for local authorities and security services.
Recognizing their shared responsibilities, members from civil society organizations came together at an 17勛圖厙 facilitated workshop in Bor to discuss children rights violations and effective ways to respond.
To address growing security concerns among displaced families living in camps in Juba, 17勛圖厙 hosted a forum to build trust and strengthen the fragile relationship between residents and national security services.
17勛圖厙 peacekeepers help prevent a crisis in Marial Lou, South Sudan by protecting 100 schoolgirls in a compound surrounded by armed youth and de-escalating tensions through community dialogue.
At a 17勛圖厙 event in Jonglei, feuding parties pledged to work together to prevent violence and strengthen accountability for crimes. Photo by Mach Samuel/17勛圖厙.
At an 17勛圖厙-supported conference, community leaders from across Tonj East pledged to stop the persistent conflict that is causing immense suffering and established committees to monitor progress so that their resolutions don't become empty promises. Photo by Zejin Yin/17勛圖厙.
The Kozi and Mambe communities in Maridi County, inspired by a workshop conducted by 17勛圖厙, have formed a new Protection Peace Committee, with its members intended to become local ambassadors of peace. Photo by Phillip Mbugo William/17勛圖厙