CENTRAL EQUATORIA – “Protecting civilians is our main credo as soldiers,” said Captain Luka Akimudan Ali.
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The UNMISS Protection, Reintegration and Transition Section recently organized a training for uniformed personnel from the South Sudan People's Defense Forces (SSPDF), local police, and community members in Yei, Central Equatoria. The focus: to convene and connect community members, SSPDF personnel and local police in a bid to enhance voluntary returns and fortify a safe, secure environment for residents. Photo by Taban Geofrey Koma/UNMISS
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Some 35 women, and five male gender champions, joined a two-day workshop to discuss ways to boost full and equal participation of women in politics, leadership and decision-making. Photo by Samira Y. Salifu/UNMISS
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Sudanese pastoralists and South Sudanese farmers at a conference held to ensure a peaceful cattle migration season. Photos: Samuel Adwok/UNMISS
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An UNMISS Quick Impact Project - a full renovation and furnishing of the Public Prosecutor's Office in Rumbek - has not only boosted rule of law but given hope to many community members as they seek justice for crimes committed against them. Photo by Nina Zubovic Vignjevic/UNMISS.
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Some 100 new members of parliament in Jonglei, South Sudan, participated in an interactive discussion, facilitated by UNMISS and CEPO, on their roles and responsibilities towards communities as well as in pushing forward the implementation of the Revitalized Peace Agreement to ensure a more peaceful, prosperous future. Photo by Mach Samuel/UNMISS
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Complex issues related to the ownership and use of land were recently discussed at a workshop in Juba. Photos: James Sokiri/UNMISS
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UNMISS representatives recently held meetings in the counties of Morobo and Yei to discuss concerns related to the protection of civilians. Photo: Taban Geofrey Koma Alfred/UNMISS