UK: Salisbury event On October 14 will highlight problems in South Sudan

Angelina Nyajima Simon Jial, founder and director of Hope Restoration South Sudan (Picture: Christian Aid)

PEOPLE in Salisbury can find out more about the situation caused by conflict and the climate crisis in South Sudan at a charity roadshow next week.

On October 14, international development agency Christian Aid will be at St Francis Church from 7pm for an event bringing together churches, supporters and some of the organisation’s staff and partners from South Sudan.

The event will give people the chance to hear first-hand the situations people are facing in South Sudan.

Pip Carter, Salisbury CAG organiser, said: “We’re really looking forward to meeting Christian Aid’s South Sudan partners and colleagues; it’s not every day you get the privilege of meeting people face to face and hearing first-hand their experiences and what incredible change can be created when people work together. We look forward to welcoming lots of people along.”

Guests will hear from Angelina Nyajima Simon Jial, founder and director of Hope Restoration South Sudan, which works with women and girls affected by gender-based violence.

She will talk about the realities facing communities and the importance of locally-led change, as well as how churches can stand alongside, working for justice and hope.

James Wani, Christian Aid’s programme and partnership lead in South Sudan, will also be speaking about the importance of churches in creating change and how collective action can bring hope.

Lisa Britto, church engagement and fundraising advisor at Christian Aid, added: “These events are a great opportunity to meet other people who share a passion for ending poverty, hear directly from Christian Aid partners about their projects and find out how we can all work together to create real change in places like South Sudan.

“We can’t wait to get together with people and talk about all the amazing things we and our partners are doing. If you’re interested in finding out more, please visit our website to register for a place.”

For more information, and to book a place at the event, visit christianaid.org.uk/events/autumn-roadshow.

Source: https://salisburyandavon.co.uk/salisbury-event-will-highlight-problems-in-south-sudan/