Buckeye Clinic in South Sudan

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We arrived in Nashville, (TN) in 2001, and now US citizens, have graduated from OSU with degrees in Political Science and Fine Arts.

Jok Dau and Bol Aweng, two of 35,000 Lost Boys of Sudan, who fled war in Southern Sudan, with the support of friends in Columbus (OH) and around the world, are working on the Sudan Clinic project. We are Jok Dau and Bol Aweng, two of 35,000 Lost Boys of Sudan, who fled war in Southern Sudan, and were approved for resettlement in the United States by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugee

s. We returned to our Southern Sudanese village of Piol in December 2007 to a bittersweet reunion with families we had not seen in twenty years. The living conditions in the village deeply concerned us. The only health care was provided by a young man who had a second grade education in English, and with a chair, a card table, and a small box of malaria medications, aspirin and cough syrup provided by UNICEF. Upon returning to Columbus, we felt a responsibility to use our skills and experience to make a difference in our community. Health care is the most critical need right now, and with the support of friends in Columbus (OH) and around the world, we are working on the Sudan Clinic project.

22/08/2026

Mothers are traveling over two hours from South Sudan’s largest cities to reach The Buckeye Clinic, just to have their babies vaccinated for free.

Some spent months searching for affordable health care in the cities before they were informed Buckeye Clinic could provide free, professional care.

Our team holds the record: 66 children vaccinated in a single day, which is more than many clinics see in Juba, the capital.

Help us keep this department fully funded. Link in bio. 🤍

06/08/2026

Ebola is spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with 1,338 cases and 600 deaths as of July 19th. South Sudan shares a border with DRC, and we are working hard to stay ahead of the spread of the virus.

Last week, we started screening everyone who enters the Buckeye Clinic gate for a fever and travel history.

To do this right, and properly prevent the spread of Ebola, we need to expand: train more community screeners, print official case-definition guides, set up more screening points, and equip our health workers with protective gear.

We’re raising $5,600 to fund this important work. Every gift helps us stay ahead of this. Link in bio. 🤍

25/07/2026

A 19-year-old woman was on a bus from Bor to Juba when she went into labor. The bus was crowded, unsanitary, there were no doctors, and no space to give birth.

Passengers started to panic, as did the soon-to-be mom.

Thankfully, one woman on the bus knew the Buckeye Clinic was nearby. And she knew we would treat the woman for free.

The bus rushed to us, and by the time they arrived, the young woman was already 9 cm dilated.

55 minutes later, a healthy baby girl was born. Both mom and baby are doing well. 🤍

This is one of many stories that showcase why we are here. Free, high-quality healthcare for anyone who comes through our doors, whether they planned to or not!

Donate at the link in our bio.

16/07/2026

Across South Sudan, clinics are closing as international funding disappears.

The Buckeye Clinic remains open, providing free medical care, 24/7, to families in the Mongalla IDP camp and surrounding communities.

Our caseload is rising, with more families turning to us. In January 2025, we delivered 10 babies. In January 2026, we delivered 41.

Behind every delivery, every vaccination, every late-night emergency, our team shows up.

Help keep the clinic open.
We now accept Apple Pay, you can donate in seconds at the link in our bio.

09/06/2026

🦠 As health organizations monitor the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, prevention and community awareness efforts are increasing across South Sudan.

Buckeye Clinic is working alongside health partners and local leaders to help share information through churches, schools, and routine health education sessions in the community.

With South Sudan’s health system already under significant strain, and its proximity to DRC, prevention and early awareness are especially important right now.

10/05/2026

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day.

“I am happy with Buckeye Clinic and the staff for taking care of me from the beginning of my pregnancy.” — Ms. Adau, who delivered safely at the clinic.

Today we’re thinking of every mother in South Sudan who walks hours to reach care, and the team that is there when she arrives.

Support the mothers we serve — donate via the link in our bio.

07/05/2026

Nearly 100 patients came to the Buckeye Clinic yesterday, and almost 50 children were vaccinated - a volume most facilities have never seen in a single day.

Many of our patients leave home before sunrise and travel long distances, often with children, just to reach our clinic.

As Mother’s Day approaches, we’re thinking of the women who make this effort, and how important it is that care is there when they arrive.

06/05/2026

We’re excited to now have an office space in Juba!

For the first time, our team has a place to coordinate, meet with partners, and support the day-to-day work of the clinic.

This was made possible through a generous donation from Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Columbus, Ohio.

30/04/2026

Not all patients can reach the clinic.

Our team travels to surrounding villages to provide vaccinations and essential care directly to communities. Vaccines are transported in insulated boxes to maintain safe temperatures in challenging conditions.

Here we see Yar Awan Majok in Gerri Village, one of many villages our staff visits.

This is how we expand access to care beyond the Buckeye Clinic compound.

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