News and Stories
1 YEAR HAS PASSED SINCE THE WAR IN SUDAN BEGAN. With nearly 10 million displaced people, widespread trauma, food insecurity, and insufficient resources for NGOs to meet the population’s needs, Sudan remains one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world today.
The book “I Will Tell You My Story: Voices of Eastern African Girls” goes beyond a small communications and advocacy initiative of JRS Eastern Africa: it is a scholastic material used globally! Different schools in the world, through our partnering platform Educate Magic for teachers around the globe, has helped us develop some materials that youths in class have already been using. Read one of the examples in here
One way to honor Autism Awareness Day is by recognizing individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the autism community. Whether it’s through innovative research, advocacy efforts, or creating inclusive environments, there are countless individuals and groups making a positive impact in the lives of those with autism.
Read the article on Int’l Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination. There is an urgent need that persists to combat racism & discrimination, while parents navigate conversations to empower children & foster hope for a better, inclusive future.
Découvrez comment l’entrepreneuriat offre de nouvelles opportunités aux réfugiés urbains au Burundi. Suivez l’histoire de Bernadette, une réfugiée congolaise qui a transformé sa vie grâce à JRS Burundi.
International Women’s Day serves as a reminder to celebrate the achievements and strength of women worldwide. Amidst the diverse narratives, it’s crucial to shine a spotlight on the often-overlooked stories of refugee women who embody remarkable resilience in the face of adversity.
Refugees encounter numerous challenges as they navigate their new realities: the threat of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) being one of them. In this article, we aim to explore some straightforward ways to provide support to refugees coping with SGBV:
Cardinal Michael Czerny visited South Sudan, urging for peace ahead of its historic democratic elections amidst a humanitarian crisis. His journey included meetings with key leaders and visits to displaced communities, highlighting the Church’s commitment to fostering peace and solidarity in the region.
Explore the transformative journey of Janet and Margaret, two refugee women thriving in Kakuma Refugee Camp through the Digital Inclusion Programme. Discover how this initiative by JRS and Konexio empowers women with essential skills, breaks stereotypes, and fosters resilience in an inclusive digital era. Read their inspiring story now.
