Voices of Resilience: Unforgettable Days in South Sudan
Step into the shoes of our incredible young women Scholars in South Sudan as they share their personal stories of an unforgettable day. From unfathomable heartbreak to profound joy, these authentic accounts offer a window into their lives and unwavering resilience. Join us on this powerful journey through their unforgettable days.
Note: These accounts were originally handwritten by high school Scholars in response to the essay prompt, “A day in your life you will never forget”. The narratives have been transcribed and slightly revised by our staff for enhanced readability and comprehension.
Author’s Privacy: Any identifying information has been removed to safeguard the sensitivity of their accounts.
The Day We Were Attacked by a Robber
Three of them were armed with guns, and four carried sticks.
The Day I was Separated from my Family
The robbers approached me, demanded I stop, and took everything from me, even the clothes I was wearing.
The Day They Conspired to Kill my Mother
Our stepmother prevented us from going to school. She has us stay home and care for her own children instead.
The Day I Received a Mercy Beyond Borders Scholarship
I was extremely happy, even beyond happiness. I went back home and announced the amazing message to my family. Indeed they were so happy and proud of me because they believed I could make it to the top.
The Day My Younger Brothers Were Wounded by a Bomb
The explosion made my family’s poverty worse. All the wealth was used for medical treatment. Because of that, we all had to drop out of school because we did not have money for school fees.
The Day My Mother Fell Seriously Unwell and I Received an MBB Scholarship
My heart was pierced by the sword of suffering. Her illness continued from bad to worse. I turned to my uncle for help,.