Bringing Hope to Flood Victims in South Sudan Bringing Hope to Flood Victims in South Sudan Bringing Hope to Flood Victims in South Sudan Bringing Hope to Flood Victims in South Sudan

Southern Sudan Healthcare Organization

Org #91035
Vetted since 2021
2008
year founded
$23,855
raised on GlobalGiving
2
years fundraising
0
projects funded
* Amounts in US Dollars

Mission

Background: South Sudan is one of Africa's most diverse and culturally rich nations, with a population of 7.5-10 million people and more than 60 major ethnic groups. It is also the world's youngest nation. South Sudan gained independence from Sudan in 2011, putting an end to a 22-year-long civil war. The effects of the conflict were devastating and enduring, resulting in the displacement of 4 million people, including the 40,000 "Lost Boys of Sudan". Unfortunately, war broke out once again in 2013, forcing an additional 2.2 million refugees to flee their homes. In 2008 SSHCO was able to construct an $800,000 clinic in the village of Maar, South Sudan. Since its creation, ... read more

Projects (1)

Project Leaders
Dr. Jacob  Atem
Dr. Jacob Atem
linda Stephens
linda Stephens
Team
Dr. Jacob T Atem, Lual D Awan, Alen Amini, Chase Blaeke, Kevin Gianaris, Bol Duot, Peter Ayuen
Organization Information
PO Box 289
Okemos, MI 48805
United States
5172433118
Organization Information
PO Box 289
Okemos, MI 48805
United States
5172433118

Project Reports

Each of GlobalGiving’s nonprofit partners is required to send quarterly donor reports detailing the impact of their work. Here are some of their recent updates:

Celebrating New Births

By Jacob Atem | Project Leader

Dear friend, We receive weekly reports from our medical staff in the displacement camp giving us the various reasons why people come for medical help. Malaria is always at the top of the list. Our... Read the full report ›

Bringing Hope to the Mothers in the Mangalla Camp

By Jacob Atem | Project Leader

Dear friend, You are probably aware of the Sudan crisis and fighting that has caused thousands of people to flee that country and come to South Sudan. It is hard to imagine how one country can deal... Read the full report ›

New Maternity Ward in Our Displacement Camp

By Jacob Atem | Project Leader

Dear friends,     South Sudan faces many challenges. Outbreaks of measles, cholera, polio and malaria puts a strain on the heathcare providers. Now the Sudan crisis adds to the number... Read the full report ›
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