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Working With Children in Sudan

World Vision’s history in Sudan dates back to 1983 when it was operational for five years until closing in 1988. We resumed operations in Sudan in 2004 in response to the Darfur crisis. As the work has evolved we’ve opened field offices in Khartoum and Blue Nile states.

In Sudan, the support of the Government of Canada, along with individual Canadians, allows us to run relief, recovery and development programs that benefit more than 1.5 million people directly and indirectly. We provide services in the sectors of food aid, water and sanitation, health and nutrition, gender development education and agriculture and natural resource management. Clan conflict can restrict access to humanitarian efforts but we are in it for the long haul. Our goal is to benefit 2.5 million children in Sudan by 2020.

Your impact in Sudan

Together, we’re making real change in the lives of children, families and communities. Just some of what was achieved with Canadian support in the past year

Children and families are well nourished, protected from infection and disease and have access to essential health services.
 

  • 75 people learned how to work with local authorities and influence decisions to improve services and child well-being
  • 540 adults learned about child rights and protection issues to help ensure children's safety and participation learned about child rights and protection issues to help ensure children's safety and participation
  • 3 community groups are engaging with local authorities to advance their rights and create positive changes for children
  • 120 women were counselled on how to properly care for themselves and their babies during and after pregnancy
  • 2,208 children and adults learned about the importance of water safety, proper sanitation and hygiene to stay healthy
  • 2 health centres were improved with renovations, medical equipment or supplies to better care for children and families
  • 506 people were trained on how to repair and maintain water sources, ensuring safe water access for children and families
  • 160,683 people including children benefited from food aid, helping them fight hunger and malnutrition
  • 1,646 children and youth are improving their learning through tutoring and extracurricular activities like clubs and camps
  • 1,646 children received the resources they need to learn including school fees, supplies, books and uniforms
  • 70 teachers and volunteers learned child-friendly teaching methods to improve the quality of education for children
  • 5,000 parents and caregivers learned about the importance of education and how to support their child’s learning
  • 3 clubs are in place for children and youth to improve their learning through tutoring and extracurricular activities
*Results reported for projects in this country from October 2016 to September 2017

Children and families have access to safe water and sanitation facilities, and training in hygiene practices to stay healthy.

 
  • 74 water sources are providing access to safe water and protecting children and families against waterborne diseases
  • 16,000 individuals including children have safe water for drinking and cooking thanks to new or repaired water sources
  • 1,687 latrines in homes, schools or the community are providing improved access to sanitation for children and families
  • 12,268 children and adults learned about the importance of water safety, proper sanitation and hygiene to stay healthy
*Results reported for projects in this country from October 2016 to September 2017

Adults and youth acquire knowledge and skills, and gain access to resources, to help them increase their family income.

 

  • 256 farmers received livestock, seeds or tools to improve productivity and better provide for their children and families
  • 157 adults received vocational, business and finance training, improving their opportunities to earn a steady income
  • 768 farm animals were distributed to families, providing a better means to take care of their children
  • 256 farmers learned techniques to improve crop and livestock production to better provide for their children and families
*Results reported for projects in this country from October 2016 to September 2017

Families and children in Sudan receive essential supplies to help them survive and begin recovery in emergencies.

 

  • 3,927 people impacted by disaster or displacement received counselling to help them cope with trauma and stress
  • 1,500 people received daily essentials like shelter, cooking sets and hygiene kits, protecting families during emergencies
  • 2 child friendly spaces met the unique needs of children in emergencies, while providing safety and psychosocial support
*Results reported for projects in this country from October 2016 to September 2017
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