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“I have been dismayed and heartbroken seeing the catastrophic level of damage to our people and properties due to senseless conflict among communities who were once like family,” said Mawan Dhur Riak, a community leader in Tonj, Warrap.
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At an UNMISS peace dialogue, communities in Tonj pledge to reconcile and stop ongoing intercommunal clashes that have left many killed, injured or displaced. Photo by Peter Riing Ariik Kuol/UNMISS.
A high-level delegation, led by the Acting Humanitarian Coordinator for South Sudan, Arafat Jamal, visited Jonglei state to get a first-hand look at the dire humanitarian situation caused by massive floods. Photo by Mach Samuel/UNMISS
A mini-marathon, a volleyball match and a handicrafts display - these were the highlights of a camaraderie-filled UN Day in Malakal. Photo by Ines Surwumwe/UNMISS.
UNMISS peacekeepers consistently engage with host communities and authorities to explain the mission's mandated goals as it works to help build a durable peace across South Sudan. At a recent such interactive session in Eastern Equatoria, participants were taken through the gamut of the UN Peacekeeping mission's interventions on promoting human rights, gender equality, child protection, plus the role played by peacekeepers in building trust, confidence and keeping all communities safe during conflict. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS
60 South Sudanese military officers were trained in upholding the rights of children and ensuring that they are fully protected during armed conflict. Photo by Surur Ali Ayile/UNMISS.
Communities, local authorities and UN personnel in Greater Yei came together in a fun-filled celebration of the 76th anniversary of the United Nations. Photo by Surur Ali Ayile/UNMISS.
UNMISS, humanitarian partners and local communities came together to celebrate United Nations Day in Torit, Eastern Equatoria. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS
South Sudanese military commanders in Eastern Equatoria renew their pledge to end all violations of child rights at a joint session provided by UNMISS and state authorities on protecting children during armed conflict. Photo by Okello James/UNMISS