Resources

This World Humanitarian Day, solidarity is needed more than ever to reflect the realities of a world in turmoil 

On World Humanitarian Day, Natalia Chan reflects on the challenges facing the humanitarian sector and why conflict sensitivity and peacebuilding offer key insights for navigating the complex realities of a world in turmoil. Natalia is a Senior Conflict and Security Adviser at Saferworld and works closely with the conflict sensitivity facilities in Sudan and South Sudan. The facilities support the aid sector to be more conflict sensitive in fragile and conflict-affected humanitarian contexts by strengthening contributions to peace and reducing the risks of causing harm. 

South Sudan on the brink of renewed civil war: Urgent action needed to de-escalate tensions and protect civilians 

Longer-term signs that all may not be well in South Sudan have been brought into stark focus over recent weeks. In early March, tensions erupted into armed violence in Upper Nile State’s Nasir County between the local Nuer community defence group, the ‘White Army’ - loyal to the First Vice President Riek Machar, and the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF), followed by aerial bombardment by the Government (including reports of the use of indiscriminate barrel bombs).

CSW69 Webinar | Women Leading Peace: shifting power and resources

Opportunities for peace in South Sudan

Conflict drivers and priorities for peace among communities in Central Equatoria State, South Sudan

“Creating harmony is our collective responsibility”: Tackling conflict drivers in Eastern Equatoria State

Resourcing change for women’s rights organisations

To mark the 24th anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security, we share some of the incredible work that women’s rights organisations are doing in Nigeria, South Sudan and Yemen, through the Resourcing Change project.  

“Together, we can bring peace to our communities”: Addressing conflict drivers in Jonglei State

Troubled waters: how two communities in South Sudan made peace over fishing rights

In this case study, we look at two communities in bordering counties in South Sudan who have spent decades in conflict over cattle grazing and fishing rights, often leading to violence and property destruction. We see how Gender Engagement Call, a women-led organisation supported by Saferworld, brought them together to remember the positive side of their long history and set aside their differences, creating a peaceful environment for people fishing along their shared waterways.