Since April last year the conflict in Sudan has raged on between the RSF and SAF, supported by foreign powers including the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. As a result, tens of thousands have died, millions have been displaced within Sudan and forced to flee across borders, the country now faces the largest hunger crisis in the world, and racist mass atrocity crimes are being committed by both warring groups, including in Darfur. Women and girls face specific risks, and documented cases of gender based violence, inclusive CRSV, are widespread and well documented. We are joined by two incredible Sudanese activists, Reem Abbas and Hala Alkarib, who guide us through WPS in the country-context of Sudan. Amidst the crisis of conflict, hunger and displacement, Sudanese women and girls face their own unique challenges. Yet, women continue to provide the backbone to essential services whilst challenging the patriarchal and colonial dynamics in their country. This episode invites us to consider the conflict dynamics at play, how the international community is currently responding and what is most urgently needed.

Resources mentioned:

Assessing UK Government Action on Women Peace and Security in 2022: https://gaps-uk.org/assessing-uk-government-action-on-women-peace-and-security-in-2022-gaps-shadow-report/

UK Women, Peace and Security National Action Plan 2023 to 2027: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-women-peace-and-security-national-action-plan-2023-to-2027