JUBA – The rapidly deteriorating security situation is impacting communities across South Sudan, but some are suffering more than others from the military confrontation between organized forces and persiste
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To address growing security concerns among displaced families living in camps in Juba, UNMISS hosted a forum to build trust and strengthen the fragile relationship between residents and national security services.

UNMISS peacekeepers help prevent a crisis in Marial Lou, South Sudan by protecting 100 schoolgirls in a compound surrounded by armed youth and de-escalating tensions through community dialogue.
WARRAP - When the peacekeeping patrol arrived in Tonj North County, their mission was clear: assess the security situation and maintain a protective presence in an area long affected by intercommunal violence.

At a UNMISS event in Jonglei, feuding parties pledged to work together to prevent violence and strengthen accountability for crimes. Photo by Mach Samuel/UNMISS.

At an UNMISS-supported conference, community leaders from across Tonj East pledged to stop the persistent conflict that is causing immense suffering and established committees to monitor progress so that their resolutions don't become empty promises. Photo by Zejin Yin/UNMISS.

The Kozi and Mambe communities in Maridi County, inspired by a workshop conducted by UNMISS, have formed a new Protection Peace Committee, with its members intended to become local ambassadors of peace. Photo by Phillip Mbugo William/UNMISS


The challenge of putting an end to the recruitment of young girls and boys by armed forces is both real and important, not least in frequently conflict-affected Tambura, Western Equatoria. Photos: Felix Katie/UNMISS

Madelina Dudu Kuje, Chair of the Women’s Union in Kasire, called for peace, stating that South Sudan's children deserve a safe environment to fulfill the potential of themselves and their country. Photo by James Ohisa/UNMISS.