In South Sudan, violence is widespread—at home, in communities, and in schools. Half a century of conflict has shaped survival strategies into lasting norms. With 57% of the population under 18, many youth have experienced trauma and been directly involved in conflict. Armed gangs fuel instability, child rights violations persist, and opportunities for safe growth are limited.
In 2019, Elman Peace in Somalia partnered with Waves for Change to implement Surf Therapy for violence-exposed adolescents in Mogadishu. However, escalating security risks near...
