South Sudan Women United - SSWU

South Sudan Women United - SSWU

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We respond to the needs of communities specially those in crisis, through advocacy, fundraising and

South Sudan Women United (SSWU) is a Nonprofit organization representing a small village of individuals committed to promoting peace, human rights, and humanitarian efforts to reduce human suffering. SSWU was co-founded in 2014 by Nyakan Gile and Esther Sprague shortly after the eruption of conflict in 2013 in South Sudan to support women and children impacted by the war. We have since grown into

03/11/2026
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SSWU Celebrates Graduation of 113 Trainees in Skills and Protection Programs in Renk
Renk, Upper Nile State, February 27, 2026. South Sudan Women United (SSWU) proudly celebrated the graduation of 113 participants who successfully completed training in tailoring, gender-based violence (GBV) prevention, child protection, and mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) in Renk County.
The program aims to strengthen community resilience by equipping women and youth with practical livelihood skills and knowledge to support survivors of violence and vulnerable children.

The ceremony was attended by local leaders and community members. The Honorable Commissioner of Renk County delivered remarks in support of the initiative and commended SSWU for its contribution to empowering women and strengthening community protection services. The Ministry of Labor had pledged to immediately employ 5 graduates from the SSWU’s programs.

SSWU extends its sincere appreciation to its donors and partners for their continued support, which made the training possible.
The organization also recognizes the dedication of the SSWU team and trainers, whose commitment ensured the successful completion of the program.

Through initiatives like this, SSWU continues to support women, youth, refugees, returnees, and host communities by promoting protection, skills development, and sustainable livelihoods.

12/27/2025

During this season of joy and reflection, South Sudan Women United remembers the countless families forced to flee their homes because of conflict. As the new year begins, we reaffirm our mission to support displaced women and girls, respond to urgent needs, and advocate for their rights and protection.

12/19/2025

Because you cared, they were protected!
Your support made lifesaving services possible for women and girls facing crisis and displacement. Please help us continue our work by donating your year-end gift. Visit: www.sswu.org and make a donation today.

12/02/2025

🌍 This , make a meaningful impact. πŸ’›

Your support will provide:
✨ Dignity kits for young girls
✨ Support for GBV survivors
✨ Safe shelter
✨ Food assistance
✨ Clean water

Thousands of internally displaced families are counting on the kindness of people like you.

πŸ‘‰ Give today and stand with those in crisis. Visit: www.sswu.org to donate now!

11/24/2025

Bring home South Sudanese families who are still trapped in Sudan as violence escalates. Women, children, and elderly people are stranded with no food, no shelter, and no safe passage. They are desperately trying to return home to South Sudan β€” but they cannot do it alone.
SSWU has evacuated more than 15,000 individuals since 2023; today, more people still need our support to come home. We are now launching an urgent evacuation mission, and we need your support NOW. β›‘οΈπŸ™
Your donation will help us:
βœ”οΈ Evacuate stranded families to safety
βœ”οΈ Provide fuel, transport & medical support
βœ”οΈ Supply food, water & emergency kits during transit.
Every minute counts. Every contribution saves a life.
πŸ’› Donate today and help bring our people home.
DONATE NOW

11/24/2025

🚨 Emergency Appeal for Abukadara 🚨
Over 500 households of IDPs and refugee families have just been relocated to Abukadara after fleeing active conflict zones. Many arrived with no bare essentials β€” no hygiene products, no shelter materials, and children without school uniforms.
We are urgently reaching out to all friends, supporters, and compassionate individuals to stand with these families as they rebuild their lives.
Your support can provide:
🫧 Hygiene products for girls
🏠 Shelter materials (tarps & sheets)
πŸŽ’ School uniforms for displaced children.
πŸ’› Every donation counts. Together, we can restore hope and dignity.
πŸ‘‰ Donate today to support families in Abukadara.

Photos from South Sudan Women United - SSWU's post 11/07/2025

Supporting Girls’ Education in Gorom Camp!

As schoolgirls in Gorom Refugee Camp prepare for their upcoming examinations, SSWU proudly distributed 137 dignity kits to help them stay confident, comfortable, and focused.
Each kit included essential hygiene items to support menstrual health and reduce school absenteeism.

β€œWhen girls feel supported and confident, they can focus on their studies and achieve their dreams,” said Nyakan John Gile, SSWU, CEO.
Together, we are building a future where every girl can learn with pride and confidence! πŸ’œπŸ“šβœ¨

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Washington D.C., DC
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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm