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NPC-SS concluded a Project Inception meeting

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Malakal; July 24, 2024 – The National Press Club South Sudan (NPC-SS) yesterday, concluded a project inception meeting to commence project activities in Malakal.

The meeting between NPC-SS and state authorities aimed to create a conducive environment for the project’s success. Hon. Noama John Chol, acting Chairperson for the Women Caucus, applauded NPC-SS and UN Women, expressing optimism about the project’s impact on women’s representation in government.
Hon. Pal Ruach Duoth, deputy speaker of the Upper Nile State Legislative Assembly, reaffirmed the state’s commitment to supporting the project, acknowledging challenges like language barriers and limited capacity building.
Ms. Nyaroun Gabriel, NPC-SS field officer, highlighted the project’s goals: enhancing women’s leadership, addressing structural barriers, and promoting gender equality. Funded by the Peace Building Fund through UN Women, the project aims to raise awareness and facilitate women’s engagement in politics.

Mr. Ochaya James, NPC-SS Executive Director, thanked the state leadership for their warm reception and emphasized achieving the project’s objectives.

NPC-SS filed officer (L), acting chairperson for Women Caucus (M), NPC-SS executive director (R)

NPC-SS team and Upper Nile State representatives in a group photo

NPC-South Sudan Concludes Mentorship Session for Young Women

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Juba, July 19, 2024 –The National Press Club – South Sudan (NPC-SS) successfully conducted a one-day mentorship workshop for young women to promote their leadership, political participation, decision-making, and peace-building efforts.

Under the theme “Promoting Conducive Environment for Women Participation in Peace-building, Leadership, and Political Process,” the event aimed to empower young women for strategic leadership and political ambitions.

Hon. Joseph Kido, Director General of the Ministry of Peace Building, emphasized the importance of the mentorship session in enabling young women to discover their potential as change agents. He highlighted the need for such programs to be extended nationwide to help women join political parties effectively.

Mrs. Delphina Roba, deputy chair of NPC-SS, noted the low representation of women in both state and national governments, citing only one female governor in ten states and no area administrator in the three administrative areas. She stressed the importance of mentoring young women to advance gender equality and address the challenges of violence against women in politics.

Over 15 young women from national and state parliaments, academic institutions, and civil society were inspired by coaching from women leaders including Hon. Lona James Elia, Justice Ajonye, and Hon. Jackline Gaza. Participants expressed optimism in overcoming challenges and some school teachers expressed interest in joining politics.

Supported by UN Women South Sudan and the Peace-building fund, NPC-SS remains committed to advancing the gender agenda.

Participants pose for group photo

Mama Lona Elia, while mentoring the young Women.