Junub Open Space - JOS

World Refugee Day | 20 June 2026

Every refugee has a story, a dream, and the right to live in dignity and peace.
Director Emmanuel Lobijo shared his through his Memoir here. https://a.co/d/1RX2xKV

As we advance The Kuluna Project – "All of Us," we reaffirm our commitment to countering hate speech, promoting dialogue, and building communities where everyone especially those displaced by conflict is welcomed with compassion, respect, and hope.

Peace begins with our words. Humanity begins with our actions.

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📢 PRESS RELEASE | 18 June 2026

Today, on the International Day for Countering Hate Speech, Junub Open Space - JOS is proud to officially launch The Kuluna Project – "All of Us", a national initiative committed to countering hate speech, promoting peaceful dialogue, strengthening civic participation, and protecting democratic values in South Sudan.

As our country prepares for an important democratic journey, we believe that peace begins with the words we choose. Hate speech divides communities, fuels mistrust, and threatens social cohesion. Through The Kuluna Project, we are creating platforms for dialogue, empowering young people with digital literacy, supporting fact-based public discourse, and fostering partnerships that build a more peaceful and inclusive society.

In line with this year's global theme, "The Power of Partnerships in Countering Hate Speech," we invite government institutions, civil society organizations, media houses, educational institutions, faith-based organizations, development partners, the private sector, and every citizen to join this movement.

Together, we can replace hate with hope, misinformation with truth, and division with unity.

Read our official press release below and discover how you can partner with us to advance peace and democracy in South Sudan.

KULUNA – ALL OF US

Counter Hate Speech. Promote Dialogue. Build Peace. Protect Democracy.

🌐 www.junubos.org
📧 [email protected]

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June is Men’s Health Month. At Junub Open Space - JOS, we believe a peaceful and resilient South Sudan begins with healthy minds and healthy bodies.Too often, our young men carry heavy burdens in silence. True strength isn't about hiding your struggles it is about having the courage to take care of yourself.Throughout this month, we are breaking the silence. Let’s talk about physical fitness, emotional well-being, and supporting our brothers.

Drop a 💙 if you are committing to checking in on a brother today!
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Today marks a major milestone for as we officially received a generous donation of equipment and assets from Education Development Center following the conclusion of the USAID Youth Empowerment Activity

The donated items include a Toyota Land Cruiser Hardtop, laptops, desktop computers, smartphones, Starlink internet equipment, solar systems, projectors, printers, camera equipment, generator, and several other tools that will significantly strengthen our operations and expand our impact.

These resources will directly support our work in
• Youth empowerment and innovation
• Digital literacy and entrepreneurship training
• Creative industry and filmmaking programs
• Community outreach and education initiatives
• Technology access and connectivity for young people

We are deeply grateful to EDC and USAID for believing in local organizations and investing in sustainable community driven impact in South Sudan.

This support is more than equipment it is an investment in the dreams, creativity, and future of South Sudanese youth.

The work continues. 🚀

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The fight to end digital violence isn't just for survivors, it's for all of us! Especially men and boys.

For too long, silence has allowed abusers to thrive online. Today, on the , we call on everyone to BE A DIGITAL ALLY.

Don't be a silent witness to digital violence.

Your actions online can make a huge difference in creating safer spaces for women and girls.

Here are 3 WAYS YOU CAN BE AN EFFECTIVE DIGITAL ALLY

1. 📢 See harmful comments, threats, or non-consensual content? Use the platform's reporting tools immediately. Your report matters.
2. ❤️‍🩹 Offer empathy and resources to survivors. Listen without judgment. Never blame the victim for online abuse.
3. 💬 Speak up against misogyny, hate speech, and gender stereotypes in your online groups and conversations. Your voice can shift the culture.

Share this post with a friend, brother, father, or colleague who needs to know their vital role in ending digital violence.

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As November 25th, marks the start of the
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

We at Junub Open Space - JOS are focusing on this year's crucial theme: UNiTE to End Digital Violence against All Women and Girls.

🛑 DIGITAL VIOLENCE IS REAL VIOLENCE.

The abuse happening on your phone, in your DMs, or in the comments section is NOT "just online." It is a calculated violation of human rights designed to silence, shame, and control women and girls in our community.

You might be asking What is Digital Violence?

It is any act of gender-based violence committed, assisted, or aggravated by technology. This includes:

Cyberbullying and constant trolling.

Threats and doxxing (sharing private information).

Non-consensual sharing of images.

The harm is real. The fear is real. The impact on education, business, and mental health is real.

Take the pledge to stop minimizing digital abuse. Call it out when you see it, and commit to being part of the solution.

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