Empowering
Communities
in South Sudan
Building resilience and sustainable futures through local leadership
Welcome to Local Efforts for Advancement & Development
LEAD was established in 2019 by young female diaspora South Sudanese who experienced firsthand the suffering of war and displacement. After South Sudan gained independence, these women returned home with a vision to contribute to sustainable peace and development in their country.
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What began as individual contributions to support vulnerable rural youth with education evolved into a formalized organization addressing the root causes of preventable human suffering. We registered as a national NGO with the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) under the 2016 NGO Act of South Sudan.
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As members of the communities we serve, we understand the challenges facing South Sudan and work alongside our people to build pathways from humanitarian aid to sustainable resilience.
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Our Impact
Creating meaningful change in communities across South Sudan
5
Regions Reached
25K
People Supported
45
Community Water Points
3K+
Children in Education
Our Programs
Sustainable Economic Livelihoods
Building food security and climate-resilient agriculture to support self-sufficient communities.
Education and Youth Empowerment
Providing vocational training, scholarships, and skills development for South Sudan's next generation.
Protection and Human Rights
Promoting gender equality, child protection, and social cohesion to create safe, inclusive communities.
Essential Services
Delivering healthcare, nutrition, and WASH services to meet fundamental community needs.
Emergency Response
Offering rapid assistance during crises while building long-term community resilience.
Support Our Programs
Your contribution helps us implement integrated programs that create lasting change in communities across South Sudan. From empowering women and protecting children to improving food security and access to clean water, your support makes a difference.