๐ Duk County, Jonglei State
Community In Need Aid (CINA) continues to deliver lifeโsaving child protection and humanitarian services to communities affected by conflict and displacement in Duk County, Jonglei State.
Through its ChildโFriendly Space (CFS), CINA provides a safe and supportive environment where children can participate in structured learning, psychosocial wellโbeing, and play activities designed to promote resilience, recovery, and healthy development.
Child Friendly Spaces: Learning, Well Being, and Play
At the CINAโsupported ChildโFriendly Space in Poktap, children affected by displacement are engaged in:
- Learning activities that help maintain basic education skills, concentration, and positive daily routines
- Psychosocial wellโbeing activities that support emotional expression, stress management, and peer interaction
- Structured play and recreation, which are essential for healing, creativity, and healthy child development
These activities help children restore a sense of normalcy and safety while strengthening their ability to cope with the impacts of crisis.
CINAโs ChildโFriendly Spaces are facilitated by trained staff who ensure that all activities are conducted in line with child safeguarding principles, prioritizing childrenโs dignity, safety, and participation at all times.
Responding to the Needs of Displaced Communities
The humanitarian situation in Northern Jonglei has displaced many families and children, increasing protection risks and vulnerabilities, particularly for children.
In Duk County, CINA works to respond to these needs through integrated approaches that complement broader humanitarian services, including child protection, health, and nutrition responses delivered in coordination with partners.
By maintaining safe spaces for children within displacement settings, CINA contributes to protecting children from harm while supporting their psychosocial recovery and overall wellโbeing.
Commitment to Safeguarding and Accountability
CINA remains fully committed to:
- Upholding child protection and safeguarding standards
- Ensuring programming is accountable to affected communities
- Protecting childrenโs privacy, dignity, and safety in all communications
All activities and documentation are carried out responsibly, particularly in emergency contexts where children may attend services independently.
Working in Partnership
CINAโs work in Duk County is made possible through collaboration with humanitarian partners, and contributes to collective efforts to respond to the needs of conflictโaffected children and families across Jonglei State.
Looking Ahead
CINA will continue to strengthen child protection interventions, support frontline teams, and adapt responses to evolving humanitarian needs, ensuring that children affected by crisis can learn, heal, and grow in safety and dignity.
