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Immensely proud to celebrate the achievements of our Girls Education #SouthSudan programme. Since 2014, #GESS has supported 1.5m children in every school in 🇸🇸. With #UKAid 🇬🇧 support, the number of girls in school has trebled & gender parity in primary school has been achieved

#GESS has transformed the lives of many, many girls, as some of the beneficiaries explained so eloquently. Huge thanks to our partners 🇨🇦🇪🇺🇳🇴🇸🇪🇺🇸; Minister of Education @AbolKuyok & his team; Mott MacDonald & all those who've worked so hard on @GirlsEdSS over these 12 years.

Today we gather in Juba to honour over a decade of evidence, impact and inclusion: GESS legacy! Stakeholders from government, donors, partners, and learners are joining us to celebrate over 10 years of transforming girls’ education in #SouthSudan.

Representatives from the Government of South Sudan, FCDO, EU, Canada, Norway and other partners reflected on the collaborative effort behind #GESS. 
Their commitment has shaped a decade of evidence, impact and inclusion and continues to shape the future of education.

The bigger your God, the more you trust Him. Simple principle.

Are you tempted? He will deliver. Are you weak? He will strengthen. Are you ignorant? He will enlighten. Are you wounded? He will heal. The Lord “telleth the number of the stars;” and yet “He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.” Psalm 147:4, 3. “ DA 329.1"

Today’s #ChangeMaker: Meet Mr. Ajeo, a HeadTeacher from Budi County, Eastern Equatoria State in #SouthSudan. He’s championing education for girls and children with disabilities in his locality. #Inclusion #EducationforAll

The #GESS validation exercise is the process of confirming eligible learners for the cash transfers. During this exercise, the number of eligible learners enrolled & regularly attending classes will be verified & confirmed into a pay list. Learn more: bit.ly/3IrGL1j

Happy National Girls’ Education Day! #GESS celebrates this day to highlight achievements in the education system and advocate for support for girls' education. This year, we amplify school children's call for more parental involvement in their education.

Every ray of light that we shed upon others is reflected upon ourselves. Every kind and sympathizing word spoken to the sorrowful, every act to relieve the oppressed, and every gift to the needy, if prompted by a right motive, will result in blessings to the giver. PP 218.3

Schools close for the first term holidays today, May 9th! in #SouthSudan 📢. We urge parents and guardians to ensure children, including children with disabilities stay engaged in productive activities and continue their studies at home. 📚 #SchoolHolidays

The British Ambassador to #SouthSudan, @Davidwillashley , visited Juba Day Secondary School, a GESS-supported institution, to witness firsthand the incredible impact of the GESS programme. GESS has supported over 1.2 million girls, making a significant difference in their lives.

📻 On #WorldRadioDay , we celebrate the power of radio in transforming lives! The GESS radio programme has reached over 2.8m people in #SouthSudan with essential educational programmes. From behaviour change to community mobilisation, radio is a beacon of hope and learning!

Exciting news📢! On the occasion of the #InternationalDayofEducation, we publish the 3rd issue of 'Teens ta Guwa' magazine! Packed with inspiring articles and interviews, tips on writing CV, and more! For learners in upper prmairy and above. Read here : bit.ly/4juU5zN

🌟 Exciting Event Alert! 🌟 Join us next week to talk about GESS’s unique social and behaviour change communication model which is transforming attitudes and practices towards education at scale in #SouthSudan . To register, click the link below👇. bit.ly/42kyV1a

Today is day two of the Primary Leaving Examination across #SouthSudan. This year, an impressive 79,010 learners are taking the exam, including 35,735 girls. Girls’ Education South Sudan wishes all the candidates the best of luck!

The greater your knowledge of God, the deeper your commitment, the more overwhelmed you are with your sinfulness.

“@UKinSouthSudan is pleased to celebrate the UK’s @GirlsEDSS programme winning BEST PROGRAMME @ the Management Consultancy Awards.🥳@GirlsEDSS, delivered in partnership with the GRSS 🇸🇸 🇨🇦🇳🇴🇸🇪& 🇪🇺, is supporting Girls and Children with Disability to access education. Well Done!

Through our behaviour change communication component, we’ve reached over 2.8m people, above the age of 15. Recent research highlights key findings of the impact of the component which included radio programming & community outreach activities. Read more: bit.ly/3NpDGOB

On #InternationalDayoftheGirl, we bring you an inspiring blog from @ChochoMajur1, a former beneficiary of #GESS, now a graduate of Journalism! Achol's journey is a testament to the power of education and empowerment. Read the blog here: bit.ly/4dLmI7X