Back to learning: Opening doors to education for every child
In South Sudan, education is more than classrooms. It is hope, protection, and opportunity.
Why education matters
Education is a lifeline for children in South Sudan. It provides safety, skills, and the chance to build a brighter future. Yet, conflict, poverty, climate change and displacement continue to keep thousands of children out of school.
Educated children will grow up to be good people one day in the future. They will do something marvellous for this country.
Behind every rebuilt classroom and every dedicated teacher is a story of resilience and hope. In South Sudan, children are returning to learning in spaces once destroyed, now restored, and guided by teachers who refuse to give up on their students. These stories show how education is not only about books and lessons — it is about rebuilding futures, one classroom and one child at a time.
UNICEF support teachers and help rebuild classrooms
Voices of children
Children are not only learners, they are powerful advocates for their own right to education. Their voices echo the urgency of opening school doors and keeping them open. Through debates, workshops, and storytelling, young people are speaking out about the barriers they face and the dreams they hold. Their words remind us that education is more than a service: it is a promise to every child.
Education in remote areas: Overcoming barriers, creating opportunities
Across South Sudan, children face enormous challenges in accessing education. Many schools have been damaged or closed due to conflict, families struggle with poverty and displacement, and girls often encounter barriers such as early marriage and household responsibilities. In remote areas, the journey to school can be long, unsafe, or simply impossible.
Yet, despite these obstacles, hope is being rebuilt. UNICEF and partners are working to reopen classrooms, train teachers, and provide learning materials. Accelerated learning programmes are helping children who missed years of schooling catch up. Health and water supplies are being delivered to keep children safe, while psychosocial support ensures they can focus on learning.