Diko Creative Initiatives

🛡️ I Survived GBV — Now I Help Other Women Heal in South Sudan

Gender-based violence (GBV) in South Sudan continues to affect thousands of women and girls, particularly in communities impacted by conflict, displacement, and poverty. For many survivors, the journey toward healing is long and filled with challenges, including stigma, trauma, and lack of access to support services. However, through targeted GBV support programs in South Sudan, organizations like Diko Creative Initiatives (DCI) are helping survivors rebuild their lives and become agents of change within their communities.

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Rebecca Nyaring’s story is one of resilience and transformation. After surviving gender-based violence, she found support through DCI’s safe spaces for women and girls, where she received psychosocial counseling, emotional support, and access to protection services. These safe spaces provided her with a secure environment to share her experience, begin the healing process, and regain her confidence. Today, Rebecca is not only a survivor—she is a mentor and advocate, helping other women navigate their own paths to recovery.

Through its child protection and GBV response programs, DCI empowers survivors by providing tools, knowledge, and community support systems that foster long-term healing. Women like Rebecca are trained to become peer educators, raising awareness about GBV prevention, women’s rights, and gender equality. This community-driven approach ensures that survivors are not just recipients of support but active participants in creating safer and more inclusive communities.

The impact of these initiatives extends far beyond individual stories. Communities are becoming more aware of the importance of protecting women and girls, and harmful norms that perpetuate violence are slowly being challenged. By investing in GBV prevention and survivor support in South Sudan, DCI is helping to build a future where women can live free from fear and violence.

At DCI, we believe that every survivor has the strength to heal and the power to inspire change. Stories like Rebecca’s remind us that with the right support, survivors can reclaim their voices and transform their experiences into hope for others. Together, we continue to stand for dignity, protection, and empowerment for all women and girls in South Sudan.