Diko Creative Initiatives

Back to School Program

The Back to School Expansion – Phase II project by Diko Creative Initiatives (DCI) is a transformative education program designed to restore access to quality education in South Sudan for children affected by conflict, displacement, and poverty. Implemented across Juba, Magwi, and Greater Equatoria, this ongoing initiative focuses on reintegrating out-of-school children, especially girls and internally displaced children (IDPs), into safe and inclusive learning environments.

In South Sudan, thousands of children remain out of school due to insecurity, economic hardship, and lack of access to educational infrastructure. Building on the success of Phase I, this project expands DCI’s efforts to provide temporary learning spaces, scholastic materials, and trained teachers to underserved communities. The program aligns with DCI’s mission to promote inclusive, equitable, and quality education, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn and thrive.

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🔹 Key Interventions

• Establishment of temporary learning spaces in displacement-affected areas
• Distribution of school supplies and learning materials
• Teacher training and capacity building in rural communities
• Accelerated learning programs for out-of-school children and youth
• Promotion of girls’ education and inclusive education for children with disabilities
• Community awareness campaigns on the importance of education

🔹 Impact & Results

Since its launch, the Back to School Expansion initiative has supported thousands of children across South Sudan, improving school enrollment, attendance, and retention rates. By creating safe learning environments and empowering teachers, the project contributes to stronger education systems and more resilient communities. It also plays a critical role in reducing early marriage, child labor, and long-term poverty, especially among girls.

🔹 Target Beneficiaries

This project focuses on the most vulnerable populations, including:

• Internally displaced children (IDPs)
• Girls and young women
• Out-of-school youth
• Children with disabilities
• Conflict-affected communities