Above: A live round table about some of the challenges youth in South Sudan are facing. The two hour special event was part of a month of broadcasts on the CAM produced Zone 72, which airs every Saturday at 4pm on EYE Radio.
The three-year, 35-million Global Affairs Canada-funded and UNFPA-led Human Resources for SRH and SGBV in South Sudan (HR4SRH&SGBV) project aims to support the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) of women and girls in South Sudan, notably women and girls in vulnerable situations, including those living in IDP (Internally Displaced Persons) camps and other humanitarian settings; women and girls living with disabilities; and those living with HIV. The project will achieve this through increasing the availability of skilled healthcare providers, improving attitudes toward SRHR and contributing to the prevention of gender-based violence (GBV).
The project runs from 2023-25
Key Objectives
The project focuses on four key components:
- Strengthening the provision of quality integrated SRH/GBV/HIV services;
- Increasing awareness among women, girls, men, and boys to utilize gender-responsive SRH/GBV/HIV services;
- Strengthening health training institutions to produce quality human resources for SRH/GBV/HIV services; and
- Improving national and state government capacities to develop and implement SRH/GBV/HIV policies, legislations, and coordination mechanisms.
Total Project Budget
35 million CAD
Highlights 2024
In 2024, the HR4SRH&SGBV project advanced its mission to improve the sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) of women and girls in South Sudan, particularly those in vulnerable settings. Through Canadian funding and UNFPA leadership, the project strengthened the health system by supporting midwives and health workers, improving public attitudes, and promoting access to respectful, rights-based care. Community engagement, youth leadership, and inclusive communication helped shift harmful norms, while targeted training and collaboration with national institutions laid the groundwork for sustainable change. Each activity reinforced the project’s commitment to equity, safety, and dignity for all.
36 episodes of YouthZone72 aired, reaching 1.3 million+ weekly listeners. The Facebook Live edition, with live Deaf interpretation, has reached over 200,000 viewers.
Finalized and printed 100 copies of the Rights-Based Family Planning handbook for national rollout
Facilitated 4 South-South exchanges with Ethiopia and Tanzania, promoting shared learning and collaboration.
Conducted focus groups in 4 regions, generating 100+ key messages for a new inclusive SRHR IEC Toolkit. Produced 21 advocacy products: 6 PSAs, 7 videos, 2 op-eds and more.
