In the heart of Central Equatoria State, Tore Payam, fifteen courageous women have taken a significant step towards transformation and empowerment. The recent graduation ceremony marked the culmination of a six-month program designed not only to teach tailoring and economics but to weave a future rich with potential for these women and their community.
Celebrating a Milestone in Community Growth
On the journey to empowerment, these women, from the bomas of Adio, Mundu, and Avokaya, have embraced new skills and opportunities. This initiative, themed “Empowering Communities for Resilience and Sustainable Development,” was spearheaded by the Network of Seventy Right Women Peace Organization in South Sudan (NEWPASS) with backing from the German government, the European Union, and GIZ.
Voices of Change and Hope
James Ludai of NEWPASS highlighted the program’s ambition to uplift vulnerable women by equipping them with necessary skills and resources. “Through this support, 15 trainees are not only skilled in tailoring but are now poised to contribute economically to their families and nation. This is just the beginning,” he emphasized.
Beyond Tailoring: Echoes of Aspiration
Florence Faida, a beneficiary, voiced her appreciation and her aspirations for the future. She expressed the need for expanded training in areas like hairdressing and catering, underscoring an earnest desire for broader horizons.
Cirilo Khamis, a local youth leader, called for more such transformative programs, emphasizing a future filled with diverse vocational skills to support community growth.
An Encouragement to Continue
Charles Badi, speaking for the payam director’s office, lauded NEWPASS for setting an example of effective community aid. His call to action for other organizations speaks volumes about the need for continued support in a region that has faced severe challenges since the 2016 conflict.
A Beacon for the Future
Tore Payam stands not just as a location but as a symbol of resilience. With each stitch made on a new sewing machine, these women are crafting a tapestry of hope and unprecedented potential. As stated in Radio Tamazuj, their journey represents a resilient heartbeat in the recovering community of Yei River County.
In this evolving narrative of empowerment and growth, these graduates are threads linking the past with an optimistic future, showing that when given the tools, communities can not only thrive but inspire new paths of sustainable progress. “`
