Give peace a chance this 2022 Bhan appeals, "An elder said that to forgive someone is to forgive yourself. That touched me deeply."

Let's pursue better support for girls' hygiene and well-being this 2022. "There is need for strong political will to develop better menstrual hygiene management that address the girls’ issues in schools and public spaces.”

Stop vaccine myths and misconceptions: "A lot of myths and misconceptions exist about the virus and the vaccine. They allege that the vaccine can cause infertility particularly in women, or can turn people into zombies."

Changing mindsets: Over 600 farmers and cattle keepers were organized into groups as they learned about improved forage production and conservation of resources. “In our community, children do not go to school because they are made to watch over animals "

World Vision’s Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) Project in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP) supports 193,131 internally-displaced people during the lean season living in the most remote corners of South Sudan’s three counties in 19 different locations. The various delivery modes such as air drops, river deliveries as well as inland by trucks mean that the team has to adopt to various, and very volatile, operating environments.

"I applaud our humanitarian workers, especially those on the frontlines of combatting hunger in South Sudan." - Dr. Mesfin Loha, Country Director

"Perseverance and commitment are paramount to deliver essential services in the most isolated parts of South Sudan, often with the greatest inequity. Humanitarian workers have demonstrated that over the years."

"My job has empowered me. It has changed my life and that of my family’s for the better. I love working with vulnerable communities, especially people with special needs, because it shows me the realities of life." - Annet Kabang, Food Assistance Coordinator

"I am passionate about my work and hope I can continue to help South Sudan’s most vulnerable people, in the most difficult places to reach for years to come." - Benard Nyataya, Food Assistance Coordinator

"What keeps me going is the courage and the will to contribute to World Vision’s promise to the children in South Sudan. My job in food assistance is a crucial part of that promise." - Georgette Ndayisaba, Food and Cash Assistance Manager

"This is one project with many components to address the needs of the most vulnerable population, and will involve many groups and partners with children at the center of the concerted efforts.” - Dr. Mesfin Loha. Country Director

"I am often mocked and discouraged in the community about my decision to go back to school. But my mother and the counselling from Mary Ayak, one of World Vision's community and protection committee members, gave me the courage to stand up and move on from my mistakes." - Adut, 17-year old mother

World Vision's #HiddenHero in South Sudan delivers humanitarian assistance even on difficult challenges like risks of COVID-19. Every effort is filled with commitment, courage, and compassion for fellow South Sudanese in urgent need. We celebrate their quiet heroism. The world needs more.

#RealLifeHeroes: Instead of losing hope and giving up during this COVID-19 pandemic, these South Sudanese mothers are producing face masks to earn income, feed their children, and protect their communities. Every mother is a #hiddenhero doing her best for her family - with eyes focused on a brighter future.