This report was written by D. Alemna, T. Bradley (University of Portsmouth); K. Downie, B. Akok, P. Garang, G. Kwenda, A. Onen & K. Peter (Likikiri Collective) This report explores …
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This report was written by D. Alemna, T. Bradley (University of Portsmouth); K. Downie, B. Akok, P. Garang, G. Kwenda, A. Onen & K. Peter (Likikiri Collective) This report explores …
Read MoreThese two thematically linked publications from ZOA-Dorcas outline the positive impact of Peace Committees and the community-based sociotherapy approach implemented in Jonglei State of South Sudan as part of a …
Read MoreThis report was written by Joane Holliger and the Center for Security Studies (CSS) at ETH Zürich. Using the case of the Pieri peace process in South Sudan, this report …
Read MoreThis article was written by Chas Morrison, Haji Elias Hillary, and Diria Vicky Thomas. This paper examines types of cultural practices used for civilian self-protection, early warning and conflict preparedness, …
Read MoreThis book chapter, by Jaap Vuijk, examines a non-programmatic, grassroots approach to implementing the Triple Nexus in Pibor, South Sudan. The chapter found that communities engage in activities that link …
Read MoreWildlife conservation and land management knowledge and practices are deeply enshrined in the socio-cultural and economic life of South Sudanese communities that live around wildlife areas. Some of these indigenous …
Read MoreUsing the case study of Faratit communities in Western Bar El Ghazel State, this paper explores the importance and use of traditional health practices. The paper identifies factors that motivate …
Read MoreThis Anthology was developed by the Rift Valley Institute, and it includes their research produced over the period of 2001 and 2021. As such, the Anthology spans a vast array …
Read MoreWith governance increasingly regarded as co-governance, states’ capacity to steer, correct, and discipline a wide range of self-governing actors becomes crucial for states’ effectiveness, efficiency, and democracy. This article investigates …
Read MoreThe value of complementary approaches between international humanitarian and local or national actors to carrying out advocacy to strengthen protection of civilians in situations of armed conflict is well-recognised. The …
Read MoreLocalisation, as it aims to shift power in the humanitarian system, will involve the increased inclusion of local faith actors, those national and local faith-affiliated groups and organisations that are …
Read MorePeace is a fundamental component of community development, personal growth, and the survival of our planet. At the heart of every faith community, and culture, lies a need to advance …
Read MoreThe Feinstein International Center, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University and Save the Children Denmark conducted research on the localization of humanitarian action in several different …
Read MoreThis report outlines and analyses the implementation of the Bridge Builder Model. This is a two-way, capacity-sharing model aimed at bringing together local faith actors (LFAs) and international humanitarian actors …
Read MoreAlong with a research report, the research project “Historical and Political Dynamics of the NGO Sector in South Sudan” has published a short policy paper for humanitarian donors and funders seeking to provide a more enabling environment for South Sudanese NGOs. Exploring the reality of the struggles and strategies of local and national organisations during complex emergencies, the paper outlines recommendations...
Read More“As local as possible, as international as necessary” has become the slogan of one of the latest trends in humanitarianism—localization. Since the World Humanitarian Summit of 2016, the localization agenda …
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