ABOUT US
Architecting a Peaceful Future, Led by Women and Youth
Amani South Sudan is a nationally registered, women and youth-led non-governmental organization, legally constituted under the South Sudan NGO Act, 2016 (Registration No: 5103). Our name, derived from the Swahili and Arabic word for “Peace” and “Aspirations,” reflects our core mission: to empower the people of South Sudan to build a just, resilient, and self-reliant nation.
Founded on the unshakable conviction that sustainable peace is only possible when women and youth are the principal architects of their own future, we are more than an aid organization – we are a movement for transformative change. Our identity and operations are fundamentally shaped by our commitment to feminist leadership, radical accountability, and the universal humanitarian principles of Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, and Independence.
Our Integrated Approach: The Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus in Action
We recognize that the interconnected challenges of conflict, climate change, and deep-seated inequality require solutions that bridge traditional divides. We uniquely operationalize the Humanitarian – Development – Peace Nexus by designing integrated, multi-sectoral programs that simultaneously save lives, build resilience, and foster social cohesion. From urgent protection and WASH services to sustainable livelihoods and women-led peacebuilding, our interventions are context-specific, mutually reinforcing, and collectively contribute to long-term stability.
Our Foundational Commitment: How We Work
Our constitution mandates a culture of the highest ethical and operational standards, making us a trusted and effective partner.
Legal Status & Governance
Amani South Sudan is a distinct legal entity with perpetual succession, registered under the South Sudan NGO Act, 2016. Our supreme governing body is the General Assembly, and our strategic direction is set by an elected Board of Directors, ensuring democratic and transparent governance. Our registered head office is in Juba, with a permanent operational presence and demonstrated impact across seven states in South Sudan.
A peaceful, gender-just, and inclusive South Sudan where the leadership and agency of women and youth are the cornerstone of a unified, self-reliant society.
We strive for a future where all people, especially women and girls, enjoy their fundamental rights, live free from violence and discrimination, and participate equally in all spheres of life.
In this envisioned future:
Our mission is to catalyze community-led transformation by bridging urgent humanitarian response, inclusive development, and durable peace. We partner directly with South Sudanese communities, especially women, girls, and youth, to save lives, reduce vulnerabilities, and address the root causes of conflict and exclusion. Our mission is to empower a new generation of leaders to architect a just, resilient, and peaceful future.
We deliver integrated, multi-sectoral programs that address the root causes of gender inequality, vulnerability, and conflict, ensuring that women and girls are not just participants but leaders and decision-makers in shaping their future.
How We Work:
We operationalize the Grand Bargain commitment to localization and the Core Humanitarian Standard by ensuring all interventions are women- and girl-centered, community-led, context-specific, and sustainable. Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) is embedded through participatory feedback mechanisms and inclusive decision-making.
What We Do:
Our Leadership Model:
We are a women- and youth-led organization, rooted in feminist leadership principles. We nurture a new generation of women and girl leaders as essential agents of peace, justice, and sustainable development.
Our mission and vision are brought to life through the integrated Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus. We move beyond siloed projects to design programs where emergency aid builds the foundation for long-term development, and every activity consciously contributes to social cohesion and peace.
Our commitment to South Sudan is grounded in a set of non-negotiable promises that define how we work and what you can expect from us.
Where We Work
We maintain a permanent presence and demonstrate impact across seven states:
Our multi-sectoral approach ensures synergistic impact and aligns with donor strategies for integrated programming.
| Thematic Area | Key Interventions | Donor Standards & Frameworks Applied |
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1. Protection, Gender & Accountability
Building protective environments where rights are upheld, and survivors are supported.
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• Integrated GBV Services: Safe spaces, case management, and psychosocial support. • Child Safeguarding: Strengthening community-based child protection systems. • Accountability to Communities: Operationalizing PSEA and robust feedback mechanisms. |
IASC Guidelines, GBV AoR, Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS), CP Minimum Standards and Grand Bargain on Localization. |
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2. Education and Education in Emergencies (EiE) |
• Safe & Accredited Learning: Establishing safe learning spaces and Accelerated Learning Programs (ALP). • Empowering Educators: Teacher training in pedagogy, trauma-informed care, and life skills. • Reducing Barriers: Providing scholastic materials and dignity kits, especially for girls. |
INEE Minimum Standards, UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) |
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3. Resilient Livelihoods & Economic Empowerment
Catalyzing economic recovery and self-reliance for women and youth.
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• Immediate Relief & Recovery: Multi-purpose cash assistance and food vouchers. • Sustainable Income: Market-driven vocational skills and support for Income-Generating Activities (IGAs). • Financial Inclusion: Establishing Village Savings & Loan Associations (VSLAs). |
FAO Guidelines, Sphere Standards, ECHO Resilience Framework |
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4. Integrated Health, WASH & Nutrition
Breaking the cycle of disease and malnutrition through integrated public health.
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• Sustainable Water Access: Rehabilitating water systems and promoting safe management. • Behavioral Change: Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) and hygiene promotion. • Fighting Malnutrition: Community-based management of acute malnutrition (CMAM) and MIYCN support. |
Sphere Standards, WHO Guidelines, Cluster Approaches |
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5. Social Cohesion & Peacebuilding
Fostering dialogue and collaborative action as the foundation for lasting peace.
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• Bridging Divides: Facilitating inter-community dialogue and local mediation structures. • Empowering Peace Agents: Supporting youth and women-led peace initiatives. • Narratives for Peace: Using media and arts to promote social cohesion. |
UN Sustaining Peace Agenda, Conflict Sensitivity & “Do No Harm” |
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6. Dignified Shelter & Essential Supplies
Upholding human dignity and safety through immediate and transitional shelter solutions.
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• Emergency & Transitional Shelter: Providing safe and dignified shelter for displaced families. • Essential Non-Food Items (NFIs): Distributing tailored kits (shelter, hygiene, cooking). |
Sphere Standards, Shelter & NFI Cluster Guidelines. |
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7. Empowering through Cash & Voucher Assistance (CVA)
Promoting choice, dignity, and local market recovery through innovative cash solutions.
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• Dignity & Choice: Unconditional cash transfers and cash-for-work programs. • Market-Based Programming: Rigorous market assessments and post-distribution monitoring. • Efficiency & Transparency: Leveraging digital payment platforms to reduce costs and risks. |
CaLP Minimum Standards, Grand Bargain Commitments |
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8. Climate Resilience & Environmental Sustainability
Building community capacity to adapt to climate shocks and protect natural resources.
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• Climate-Adaptive Agriculture: Promoting drought-resistant crops and sustainable techniques. • Natural Resource Management: Community-led initiatives to manage local ecosystems. • Shock Preparedness: Implementing community-based disaster risk reduction (DRR) plans. |
Sendai Framework for DRR, Paris Agreement on Climate Change |