What does it mean to be independent and have power for oneself? How are these things obtained? For the women involved in the Hope for Widows project in South Sudan, independence is being gained through vocational and financial training. This …
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Independence for Women
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Written on September 7th, 2012
Filed under: Community Development
Tags: South Sudan, Women
Filed under: Community Development
Tags: South Sudan, Women
South Sudan economy on the verge of collapse
Continued violence and political unrest between Sudan and South Sudan leave many fearing the potential collapse of South Sudan’s economy and infrastructure. Because of the ongoing violence, which is mainly due to fighting over oil resources, many relief organizations and …
Learning to Drive
15-year old Stephen is learning to drive, as part of a CWR-sponsored project in South Sudan. Stephen is an orphan who participates in the Vulnerable and Orphaned Children (VOC) community development project of the Evangelical Covenant Church of South Sudan …
“Happy” birthday to the world’s youngest country
Today is the first anniversary of South Sudan’s independence. It has been a very difficult year for this new country. Here are some links to news stories on this newly formed country:
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Mother’s Day is May 13
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Written on May 9th, 2012
Filed under: Community Development, General
Tags: Colombia, Kenya, South Africa, South Sudan, Women
Filed under: Community Development, General
Tags: Colombia, Kenya, South Africa, South Sudan, Women
Consider giving your mother a very meaningful gift this year for Mother’s Day. Covenant World Relief has many projects around the world that work alongside marginalized women, widows, and mothers. Perhaps a gift to Covenant World Relief in honor of …
