BOR – A grassroots conflict resolution forum in Jonglei State has appointed 15 peace ambassadors to strengthen peacebuilding efforts and promote nonviolence across Bor County.
The dialogue facilitated by INTREPID South Sudan formed the peace ambassadors from several payams in Bor. With three from each payam, the individuals were picked from Makuach, Kolnyang, Anyidi, Baidit and Jalle.
“We are grateful to the Head Chiefs of the above payams for their support and dedication to creating and maintaining a sustainable Peace ad well as fostering community growth and wellbeing,” the organization said.
The peace ambassadors were selected during a workshop supported by the Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) and brought together community leaders, youth and women representatives, civil society actors, and government officials.
Bol Deng Bol, Executive Director of INTREPID South Sudan, said the initiative is designed to deepen community understanding of peacebuilding strategies and foster nonviolent responses to conflict—particularly among youth and women, who often find themselves at the center of local disputes.
“The Peace Ambassadors program equips local leaders with the tools to monitor conflict trends, identify root causes, and recommend appropriate interventions,” said Deng.
“Each payam is represented by a chief, a youth leader, and a women’s representative, ensuring inclusive participation.” Be added
The newly appointed ambassadors will work closely with INTREPID South Sudan, which will coordinate with relevant state institutions to ensure a unified and effective response to emerging tensions.
Participants welcomed the approach as a practical and sustainable model for conflict resolution. Many expressed hope that the grassroots initiative could be replicated across other counties in the state.
INTREPID South Sudan pledged continued support to community-led peacebuilding efforts and announced plans to expand the Peace Ambassador program to other conflict-affected regions