How was the Sudan conflict resolved?

With international pressure, in 2005, a Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) was signed by the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLM/A) and Khartoum. This ended the civil war and allowed for a referendum and eventual South Sudanese independence in 2011.

What kind of conflict is in South Sudan?

The South Sudanese Civil War was a multi-sided civil war in South Sudan between forces of the government and opposition forces. In December 2013, President Kiir accused his former deputy Riek Machar and ten others of attempting a coup d’état.

What is the conflict resolution program?

The purpose of the Conflict Resolution Program is to help Chapters reduce unproductive conflict as much as possible and re‐ solve conflicts quickly so the mission of the Chapter can be accomplished as effectively and efficiently as possible. Early resolution of disputes is cost effective and beneficial to all involved.

What caused the South Sudan conflict?

Spurred on by power struggles between the nation’s leaders, the South Sudan conflict came to a head in 2013 when unresolved tensions between ethnic groups erupted into fighting that spread all over the country.

Why do the Nuer and Dinka tribes have conflict?

The Dinka and Nuer, two rival pastoralist groups, have competed over grazing land and water for their cattle in the past. These clashes have usually taken place in a local context without causing massive amounts of fatalities.

What are the issues in South Sudan?

Insecurity, lack of basic services, and unresolved housing, land and property issues prevented people from returning home in large numbers. Some 8.3 million people in South Sudan are estimated to be in need of humanitarian assistance in 2021. These include 8,000,000 nationals and 310,000 refugees and asylum seekers.

Why is conflict resolution important in schools?

Through participation in a comprehensive conflict- resolution program, students learn skills that maximize their potential for reaching personal goals and success in school.” The ability to effectively and peacefully handle conflict is not necessarily intuitive; rather, it is a learned skill.

What is arbitration and mediation in PMP?

Mediation. A method of ADR used to settle claims and disputes informally. An independent party aids in settling the claim or dispute between the parties. Arbitration. An impartial third party, usually a professional arbitrator, hears the testimony and reviews evidence from both sides.

How can we help South Sudan?

What is World Vision doing to help in South Sudan?

1. Emergency food aid and cash transfers for families to buy food.
2. Special nutrition treatment for malnourished children and for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
3. Support for food security and livelihoods, including seeds, training, equipment for farming, and fishing kits.