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Mıstıki Araz: “In Cyprus – we are capable, we lack opportunities, not knowledge!”
Mıstıki Araz is a 18-year-old peace activist from Cyprus, who is helping to find new ways to break stereotypes and challenge the historical narratives he was taught since his childhood. Acknowledging that there is still a lot…
Anna Michael: The UN’s support is crucial in bringing young people together to build peace
Anna Michael is a 29-year-old Cypriot who is passionate about supporting young people to find their path and join the labour market through counselling and education. She works as part of the YOUTHShare project, which is…
Yei residents plant trees to highlight a culture of peace as South Sudan marks 10 years of Independence
More than 50 people in Yei planted some 80 fruits and non-fruit trees at different locations to commemorate a decade of South Sudan's independence.Photo by Surur Ali Ayile/UNMISS. “Trees are eternal; they provide shade…
Hope blossoms at launch of joint UNMISS and Government of South Sudan Peace Fellows Program
On 15 July 2021, UNMISS launched its Peace Fellows Program, a joint initiative with South Sudan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The forward-looking project harnesses the power of young Peace…
“We are building peace, but we need development” say residents of Ibotu in Eastern Equatoria
An integrated UNMISS patrol travelled to Gunyoro to meet with community members and hear their concerns. Photo by Samira Y. Salifu/UNMISS. A team of integrated UN peacekeepers recently headed to Gunyoro, which lies some 20…
Senior commanders in Ashwa cantonment site call for increased training on the six grave violations against children
UNMISS, through its Child Protection Section, recently trained some 25 senior commanders of South Sudanese forces in Ashwa, Eastern Equatoria, on upholding the rights of children. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS. “On behalf of…
Free veterinary camp by UNMISS peacekeepers from India wins hearts and minds in Renk
Indian veterinarians serving with UNMISS recently treated more than 2,000 animals belonging to livestock owners in Renk, Upper Nile. Breeding animals is one of the primary sources of livelihood for local communities across…
UNMISS organizes peace dialogue to resolve longstanding intercommunal conflict in Rumbek
A two-day peacebuilding dialogue facilitated by UNMISS in partnership with the state Ministry for Peacebuilding in Rumbek, ended with recommendations for free movement of people, sharing of resources, formation of special…
UNMISS trains traditional and community leaders in Morobo on localized provisions of the Revitalized Peace Agreement
UNMISS recently teamed up with local authorities in Morobo, Central Equatoria, to host a much-needed workshop to explain to a cross-section of residents the provisions of the Revitalized Peace Agreement and how these impact…
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Calls for peace and unity resonate as communities in Bentiu gather to celebrate International Day of Peace
Commemorations for Peace Day in Unity state harnessed the power of music, poetry, drama and speeches by young people to galvanize support for durable security and stability. Photo by Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS. “We must…