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Bush Buse, the founder of Salaam Junub, said the project is a commitment from the organization to support vulnerable children, youth, and women.
He noted that many young people and women are grappling with extreme poverty, with some children forced to join armed groups.
“The youth-led initiative has committed to mobilizing at least 12,000 U.S. dollars every year to support 25 former child soldiers, particularly those who were recruited into the Mathiang Anyoor force and other armed groups,” Buse told Sudans Post.
Santino Awach, a former child soldier, welcomed the project as an opportunity for reintegration.
“This project is an opportunity, as child soldiers we have gone through many challenges. This project is supporting some of us to start small businesses,” Awach said.
Regina Joseph, a displaced resident of Gurei, expressed gratitude for the support.
“Our children are no longer in school due to the prevailing economic hardship, we cannot afford daily meals and even the cost of treatment. The provision of startup capital and mentorship is very important, we appreciate Salaam Junub for the support,” Joseph said.
The youth-led project, launched under the theme “Empowering former child soldiers and survivors of gender-based violence through business training,” aims to provide economic opportunities for vulnerable populations.
