Solidarity with South Sudan

Solidarity with South Sudan is a new model of ministry and collaboration among women and men religious and the laity in serving the poor.

An initiative of the International Union of Superiors General (UISG) and the Union of Superiors General (USG), that was born in response to a request from the Catholic Bishops of Sudan.

Its mission is to develop leaders and to build the capacity of people in South Sudan to be teachers, health care professionals, sustainable farmers, and diocesan pastoral agents.

The organization is supported by Catholic religious congregations around the world, as well as by foundations and individuals who share our vision to build a more just and peaceful society.

Images throughout this website are courtesy of Paul Jeffrey

Life in South Sudan now

Life in South Sudan is both challenging and rewarding.

The challenges are the result of years of civil war, famines , the Covid-19 pandemic and, most recently, the consequences of the devastating war in Sudan. Lack of infrastructures, food insecurity and internal displacement, make everyday life both an adventure and a study in survival.

The rewards come in the form of the South Sudanese people. Their resilience is inspiring, and their generosity is an example to us all. They are eager to improve their lives and those of their children, and to contribute to building their nation.

Latest News

Promoting self-reliance: training for girls who have dropped out of school

Find out all the news from Solidarity’s pastoral programme, read the Newsletter of January 2025.

From Rome to South Sudan: A journey of encounters and renewed commitment

Emanuela and Alice from Solidarity with South Sudan’s Rome office returned from an inspiring two-week trip to South Sudan, visiting project sites, meeting staff and beneficiaries, and discovering with their own eyes the important impact the projects have on people’s lives. Watch the video!

Saint Bakhita: a symbol of hope and resilience for South Sudan

Today, 8 February, is St Bakhita’s Day, the patron saint of victims of human trafficking.

Launched Booklet on Nonviolence in South Sudan

The South Sudan Council of Churches (SSCC), with PAX, launched “Active Non-Violence,” a booklet empowering religious leaders to promote peace and reconciliation in communities affected by conflict.

Donate

Your support helps South Sudanese who need it the most. Thanks to your donation, a better future for South Sudan is now possible!

Pray

“God makes Himself present and inspires the faith of the community united in diversity and in solidarity”(Pope Francis). Pray with us for South Sudan!

Advocate

Help us to raise the awareness around our projects in South Sudan. Show you care, #SouthSudanWeCare

Volunteer

Your involvement will help us to build a better future for this country. Together, for a Future of Hope and Reconciliation in South Sudan.

Solidarity Calendar

Take a look at what’s going on for Solidarity with South Sudan.

January 2025
06 Epiphany Day
24 Education Day
February 2025
02 World day of consecrated life
03-05 Pope visit in SS Anniversary
08 Santa Bakhita
14 St Valentine
20 World Day of Social Justice
March 2025
08 International Women’s Day
18 World Recycling Day
22 World Water Day