Speaking Up for Rights: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Catherine Adut, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Lakes State, says the fellowship helped her understand her rights and speak up against unfair treatment. Today, she encourages other female journalists to report harassment, defend their rights, and support one another in the newsroom.

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More Courage Than Before: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Simona Ali, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Wau, says the fellowship created a space for female journalists to share experiences and learn from each other. By passing this knowledge on to colleagues in her newsroom, she is helping strengthen awareness of journalist safety and professional rights

More Courage Than Before: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Simona Ali, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Wau, says the fellowship created a space for female journalists to share experiences and learn from each other. By passing this knowledge on to colleagues in her newsroom, she is helping strengthen awareness of journalist safety and professional rights

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More Courage Than Before: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Simona Ali, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Wau, says the fellowship created a space for female journalists to share experiences and learn from each other. By passing this knowledge on to colleagues in her newsroom, she is helping strengthen awareness of journalist safety and professional rights

Forging a Lifeline: Female Monitors Power Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

An early warning system fellowship empowers frontline monitoring fellows to detect risks early, trigger rapid response, and strengthen protection support for those facing threats.

More Courage Than Before: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Simona Ali, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Wau, says the fellowship created a space for female journalists to share experiences and learn from each other. By passing this knowledge on to colleagues in her newsroom, she is helping strengthen awareness of journalist safety and professional rights

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More Courage Than Before: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Simona Ali, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Wau, says the fellowship created a space for female journalists to share experiences and learn from each other. By passing this knowledge on to colleagues in her newsroom, she is helping strengthen awareness of journalist safety and professional rights

More Courage Than Before: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Simona Ali, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Wau, says the fellowship created a space for female journalists to share experiences and learn from each other. By passing this knowledge on to colleagues in her newsroom, she is helping strengthen awareness of journalist safety and professional rights

Speaking Up for Rights: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Catherine Adut, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Lakes State, says the fellowship helped her understand her rights and speak up against unfair treatment. Today, she encourages other female journalists to report harassment, defend their rights, and support one another in the newsroom.

Confidence to Stand Up: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Viola Nyoka, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Yei, says the fellowship helped her understand the risks female journalists face and the importance of speaking up. Through shared experiences with colleagues across South Sudan, she gained the confidence to challenge exploitation, report harassment, and stand up for her rights in the newsroom.

Knowing Where to Turn: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Vivian Nandege, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Yei, says the fellowship helped her understand where to seek support when facing challenges in journalism. Through connections with other female journalists, she has gained confidence, shared knowledge, and built a stronger professional network.

Building Stronger Connections: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Aleng Vicky, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Torit, says the fellowship helped female journalists across Eastern Equatoria connect and share experiences. Through new communication platforms and peer discussions, women journalists are building stronger networks and supporting each other in the profession.

Strengthening Professional Networks: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Cecilia John Akile, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Wau, says the fellowship helped her build stronger professional connections with journalists across South Sudan. Through the network, she has learned the importance of speaking openly about challenges and collaborating with colleagues to find solutions

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More Courage Than Before: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Simona Ali, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Wau, says the fellowship created a space for female journalists to share experiences and learn from each other. By passing this knowledge on to colleagues in her newsroom, she is helping strengthen awareness of journalist safety and professional rights

More Courage Than Before: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Simona Ali, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Wau, says the fellowship created a space for female journalists to share experiences and learn from each other. By passing this knowledge on to colleagues in her newsroom, she is helping strengthen awareness of journalist safety and professional rights

Speaking Up for Rights: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Catherine Adut, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Lakes State, says the fellowship helped her understand her rights and speak up against unfair treatment. Today, she encourages other female journalists to report harassment, defend their rights, and support one another in the newsroom.

Confidence to Stand Up: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Viola Nyoka, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Yei, says the fellowship helped her understand the risks female journalists face and the importance of speaking up. Through shared experiences with colleagues across South Sudan, she gained the confidence to challenge exploitation, report harassment, and stand up for her rights in the newsroom.

Knowing Where to Turn: Female Monitors Strengthening Early Warning Systems in South Sudan

Vivian Nandege, an Early Warning Monitoring Fellow from Yei, says the fellowship helped her understand where to seek support when facing challenges in journalism. Through connections with other female journalists, she has gained confidence, shared knowledge, and built a stronger professional network.

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