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

In loving memory of Br Bill Firman

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Brother Bill Firman, a beloved and tireless founding member of Solidarity with South Sudan.

Sudan and South Sudan’s Bishops call for urgent action amid humanitarian crises and violence

As their weeklong Plenary concludes, the Bishops of Sudan and South Sudan express being overwhelmed by the escalating violence and the appalling human conditions resulting from ongoing conflicts in both countries.

Agricultural Supplies Distribution

Find out about the activities of the Sustainable Agriculture Project in the latest newsletter from the Riimenze Community!

Rising from the Ashes: Women Find Healing and Hope

Find out all the latest news about Solidarity’s pastoral programme by reading the latest project Newsletter!

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.

October 2025
05 World Teachers’ Day
15 Day of Rural Women
16 World Food Day
19 World Mission Sunday
November 2025
01 All Saints’ Day
20 World Children’s Day
25 International Day Against Women’s Violence
December 2025
02 Giving Tuesday
03 “Pilgrims of Hope – An Inter-Congregational Collaboration”, a Solidarity Event in Rome
04 Solidarity Annual General Assembly in Rome
05 Solidarity Board Meeting in Rome
10 Human Rights Day