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Impact Reports

Impact

At ADAFIN, impact is more than numbers — it’s about lives transformed, hope restored, and futures rebuilt. Showcased are the measurable outcomes of our programs, partnerships, and community efforts. Transparency, accountability, and progress guide our mission — and this is where we show it.

ADAFIN Milestone Report 1: Expansion and Impact of the One-Stop Centers (OSC)

Reporting Period: January 2020 – March 2024
Prepared by: Senior Field Manager, ADAFIN

Overview

Since 2020, ADAFIN has significantly scaled up its Gender-Based Violence (GBV) response through the establishment and expansion of its One-Stop Centers (OSC) in Aweil, Wanyjok, and Gogrial. These centers were developed as safe, confidential spaces offering integrated support services to GBV survivors, including medical treatment, psychosocial care, legal aid, and referrals for economic empowerment.

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ADAFIN Milestone Report 2: Education Against All Odds – Rescuing Girls from Child Marriage and Supporting Their Dreams

Reporting Period: January 2020 – March 2024
Prepared by: Senior Operations Manager, ADAFIN

Overview

In South Sudan, early and forced marriage remains a significant barrier to girls’ rights, education, and safety. In response, ADAFIN launched a Child Protection and Girls’ Education Initiative in 2020, targeting high-risk communities in Aweil East, Aweil Centre, and Wau. The program combines community sensitization, rescue operations, legal aid, and long-term education support.

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ADAFIN Milestone Report 3: Restoring Dignity and Independence – Livelihood Empowerment for GBV Survivors

Reporting Period: January 2021 – April 2024
Prepared by: Senior Operations Manager, ADAFIN

Overview

In post-conflict South Sudan, Gender-Based Violence (GBV) not only harms women physically and emotionally—it also devastates their economic stability. Survivors often return to unsafe environments with little to no income support. In response, ADAFIN launched a Livelihoods Empowerment Program to help survivors build self-reliance, restore their dignity, and reduce re-victimization.

This program operates alongside our GBV One-Stop Centers (OSCs), integrating psychosocial support with economic recovery through hands-on skills development and small business start-up support.

Key Achievements

475 GBV survivors trained in income-generating skills including:
- Soap and lotion making
- Beadwork and tailoring
- Baking and nutrition
- Small-scale agriculture and poultry rearing
162 survivor-led microenterprises successfully launched with startup kits and seed funding.
87% of the women reported improved household income and a sense of renewed dignity and purpose.
Created 6 Women’s Producer Groups (WPGs) linked to local markets for joint production and cooperative marketing.
Trained 45 local instructors (including former graduates) as community-based trainers and mentors.

Strategic Partnerships

In partnership with FAO, UN Women, and local vocational institutes, the program integrates modern skills with context-specific solutions like drought-resistant farming and market-aligned products.
VSLA (Village Savings and Loan Association) models were piloted in two counties to provide ongoing savings, lending, and mutual support.
Private sector partnerships with local buyers and tailors' cooperatives ensured market linkage for finished products.

Sustainability & SDG Alignment

Aligned with SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).
Survivor-owned cooperatives are now working toward registration with local chambers of commerce.
We have introduced digital skills in some locations using solar-powered training hubs and are working with local youth tech groups to expand this offering.

Challenges

High inflation and market instability have increased the cost of startup materials.
Limited access to capital beyond ADAFIN’s startup kits.
Deep-rooted cultural norms still limit women’s mobility and business participation in some areas.

Next Steps

Launch a “She Builds” Fellowship for 50 survivor-entrepreneurs by end of 2024 to scale successful businesses.
Establish a mobile vocational training unit for hard-to-reach areas.
Expand value-addition processing (e.g., soap packaging, juice bottling, flour grinding) to increase profits and access new markets.

Up next: Report 4 – Advocating for Justice: Transforming Systems through Community-Led Advocacy & Awareness

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ADAFIN Milestone Report 4: Advocating for Justice – Community-Led GBV Advocacy and Awareness

Reporting Period: January 2021 – April 2024
Prepared by: Senior Operations Manager, ADAFIN

Overview

Despite the high prevalence of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in South Sudan, stigma, fear, and harmful cultural norms continue to hinder survivors from seeking justice. Many cases go unreported, and those that do often face resistance within formal and informal justice systems. ADAFIN responded to this challenge by launching Community-Led Advocacy and Awareness Programs that aim to educate, influence policy, and mobilize local champions for gender justice and protection.

Key Achievements

Conducted 146 community awareness forums reaching over 19,000 community members, including men, youth, and traditional leaders.
Trained 850+ duty bearers, including:
- 265 police officers on GBV survivor-centered response protocols.
- 132 judicial officers and local chiefs on handling GBV cases and children’s rights.
- 460 community leaders and teachers on safeguarding, referral pathways, and positive masculinity.
Supported the formation of 42 Community Protection Committees (CPCs) which now monitor, report, and advocate for GBV prevention in their respective localities.
Played a key role in influencing county-level GBV by-laws in 3 counties of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State through coalition-building and dialogue forums.
Led a 16 Days of Activism Campaign each year, with creative engagement tools like community drama, radio talk shows, and mobile caravans.

Strategic Impact

Built community ownership of GBV response, shifting from outsider-driven interventions to local protection systems.
Strengthened inter-agency coordination with police, health workers, child protection officers, and courts, enhancing survivor case follow-up and referrals.
Supported school-based GBV clubs that engage both girls and boys in peer education on rights, respect, and reporting mechanisms.

SDG Alignment

SDG 5 (Gender Equality): Empowered women to participate in advocacy at local council and administrative levels.
SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions): Trained justice actors and facilitated access to survivor-centered legal support.
SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals): Collaborated with government institutions, civil society coalitions, and international development partners to scale advocacy efforts.

Challenges

Resistance from some cultural leaders who viewed GBV response as foreign imposition.
Limited media access in remote communities restricts awareness outreach.
Survivor safety concerns, especially in cases involving powerful perpetrators.

Next Steps

Scale the “Men as Allies” Program targeting boda boda riders, military personnel, and religious leaders to shift narratives and behaviors around GBV.
Develop a Community Advocacy Toolkit in local languages for CPCs and grassroots actors.
Expand mobile awareness caravans and radio drama series to reach more rural and isolated areas.

Conclusion

ADAFIN’s advocacy work has shifted community perspectives from silence and shame to awareness and action. Survivors now have stronger support systems, and justice actors are better equipped to handle sensitive cases. However, much remains to be done—and with your partnership, we can continue to create a South Sudan where dignity and justice prevail.

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ADAFIN Milestone Report 1: Expansion and Impact of the One-Stop Centers (OSC)

Overview

Key Achievements

Strategic Partnerships

Sustainability & SDG Linkages

Challenges Encountered

Next Steps

ADAFIN Milestone Report 2: Education Against All Odds – Rescuing Girls from Child Marriage and Supporting Their Dreams

Overview

Key Achievements

Strategic Collaborations

Sustainability & SDG Linkages

Challenges

Next Steps

ADAFIN Milestone Report 3: Restoring Dignity and Independence – Livelihood Empowerment for GBV Survivors

Overview

Key Achievements

Strategic Partnerships

Sustainability & SDG Alignment

Challenges

Next Steps

ADAFIN Milestone Report 4: Advocating for Justice – Community-Led GBV Advocacy and Awareness

Overview

Key Achievements

Strategic Impact

SDG Alignment

Challenges

Next Steps

Conclusion

ADAFIN Milestone Report 1: Expansion and Impact of the One-Stop Centers (OSC)

Overview

Key Achievements

Strategic Partnerships

Sustainability & SDG Linkages

Challenges Encountered

Next Steps

ADAFIN Milestone Report 2: Education Against All Odds – Rescuing Girls from Child Marriage and Supporting Their Dreams

Overview

Key Achievements

Strategic Collaborations

Sustainability & SDG Linkages

Challenges

Next Steps

ADAFIN Milestone Report 3: Restoring Dignity and Independence – Livelihood Empowerment for GBV Survivors

Overview

Key Achievements

Strategic Partnerships

Sustainability & SDG Alignment

Challenges

Next Steps

ADAFIN Milestone Report 4: Advocating for Justice – Community-Led GBV Advocacy and Awareness

Overview

Key Achievements

Strategic Impact

SDG Alignment

Challenges

Next Steps

Conclusion

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