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11/03/2026

PBF Project title: Women's Leadership and Political Participation During South Sudan-s Transitional Period

Impact Story: From Silence to Leadership – Victoria Jakor’s Transformation in Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA)

Victoria Jakor, Secretary General of the GPAA Women’s Union, exemplifies how the project empowered women to break entrenched cultural norms and claim leadership space. Previously, women in GPAA were expected to remain silent during community decision-making, their voices dismissed in public forums dominated by men.

Through the project’s Women Political Organizers (WPO) training workshop supported by the PBF, Victoria gained knowledge of governance, human rights, and the R-ARCSS transitional framework. The skills in public speaking, negotiation, and advocacy gave her the confidence to participate actively.

Today, she engages community leaders, legislators, and ministers on critical issues like girls’ education, child marriage, and women’s access to services. Her visibility has inspired other women, especially younger generations, and even shifted male attitudes—chiefs now urge women to speak during meetings. The structured dialogues with chiefs, religious leaders and male politicians led to visible attitude shifts about women’s leadership.

Some male chiefs began publicly endorsing women candidates at community meetings, while party officials agreed to establish internal “women’s desks” and to review their nomination rules so they no longer automatically side-lined women to “mobilization” roles only.

Her words:

"This PBF training opened the door for us women. Before, we could only listen when men made decisions. Today, we are speaking, contributing, and shaping the future of our community. I now speak with courage about matters that affect us... I know my voice matters, and I know I am not alone."

This story illustrates the project’s outcome: shifting attitudes and behaviours at community level, creating a new generation of vocal women leaders driving inclusive peacebuilding and governance in GPAA.

On this , March 8th,2026,the Women Progress Organization -WPO recognizes and celebrate the strength, resilience, and a...
08/03/2026

On this , March 8th,2026,the Women Progress Organization -WPO recognizes and celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women accross the World.. Together, we strive for a future where gender equality is a reality, and every woman can thrive. Let us empower women and continue breaking barriers for the next generations.

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The Women Progress Organization (WPO) successfully convened a transformative three-days' conference for Women's dialogu...
20/08/2025

The Women Progress Organization (WPO) successfully convened a transformative three-days' conference for Women's dialogue with Local Leaders and political parties on Inclusion in decision-making processes from August 14th to 16th, 2025, under the theme: “Strengthening Women's Leadership and Political Participation in Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA)”

The event brought together 100 women leaders and 50 local stakeholders, including representatives from political parties, civil society, and traditional authorities. The conference falls under PaCC project with support from UNDP under UN-Peacebuilding fund UN-PBF). It served as a vital platform for inclusive dialogue on representation, decision-making, and gender equality in governance.

The conference was officially opened and closed by the Deputy Chief Administrator of GPAA, Hon. Ogeba Omot Ochan, with keynote speeches delivered by the GPAA Minister of Gender, Child and Social Welfare, Hon. Elizabeth Kumen, and a prominent women’s representative. Their remarks underscored the urgency of empowering women to take active roles in shaping policy and community development.
Participants engaged in meaningful discussions, shared lived experiences, and collaboratively developed actionable resolutions aimed at embedding gender-sensitive approaches across all levels of GPAA’s governance structures. These resolutions were formally signed by representatives of women’s groups, local leaders, and political parties—marking a united commitment to inclusive leadership.

Women Progress Organization is deeply committed to amplifying women’s voices and creating pathways for greater political participation. This conference is a testament to our dedication to building a more inclusive political landscape where women lead, influence, and transform communities.”

WPO Executive Director Nyamuch Kueth also extended heartfelt appreciation to UNDP and the Peacebuilding Fund (PBF) for their generous support to the people of GPAA and South Sudan at large.

The conference sparked renewed hope for increased women’s representation in leadership roles and decision-making bodies ensuring that women’s perspectives remain central to community development and governance.

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