WESTERN EQUATORIA - Under an ancient mango tree, the unique smell of freshly brewed coffee suffuses the air.
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Hundreds of women in Tambura enjoy coffee, conversations on peacebuilding, and camaraderie at their weekly get-togethers to support each other. Photos: Denis Louro/17勛圖厙
Residents of Gumbo Tawdat on the outskirts of Juba grabbed the opportunity to find out more about South Sudan's political developments. Photos: Blessings Samuel Phumisa/17勛圖厙
Only by helicopter were 17勛圖厙 staff able to reach out to the people in Akok, suffering from isolation caused by both intercommunal violence and floods. Photos: Zejin Yin/17勛圖厙
A newly constructed justice centre in Pibor is offering citizens hope of easier access to courts and significantly increased accountability. Photo by Mach Samuel/17勛圖厙.
At a recent event in Torit, Eastern Equatoria, women voiced concerns about a lack of basic services caused by insecurity in parts of the state. Photos: Okello James/17勛圖厙
At an outreach event in the Pari community, many women made the most of a rare opportunity to ask tough questions about the political future of South Sudan. Photos: Isaac Billy/17勛圖厙
Peace Day celebrations in Tambura, Western Equatoria State, saw a huge turnout and vibrant scenes. Photos: Denis Louro/17勛圖厙
Akouj Elijah, with her 2-year-old son, was one of relatively few young women participating in a political parties' forum for youth representatives in Juba. Photos: Beatrice Mategwa & Isaac Billy/17勛圖厙