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Members of US GEMS Team Visit South Sudan

Members of our team recently visited South Sudan to measure the impact of GEMS programs. Learn more about the trip and how your donation helps people by providing food, clean water, medical supplies, and education.

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Health Crisis in South Sudan

South Sudan is a challenging place to raise a child. Limited access to healthcare services and vaccines, an extremely limited number of health care workers…

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"Her and her husband walked for 2 days to meet with religious leaders... hoping they could help her"

Lisa Atkins just got back from a trip to Majok Goi in South Sudan and talks about her friend Angar Dut Akol Ruay's struggle with giardia and a lack of clean water. South Sudan is the newest country in the world, having formed in 2011 after decades of civil war with Sudan. Massive displacement from the war has left the economy in shambles and the country struggles from widespread food scarcity.

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Children spend over 3 hours walking to the Pongo River to fetch water for their families. Not only is it a long walk, but they have to avoid dangerous snakes, alligators, and hippos while they fill their buckets with water. This daily chore takes p
After 50 years of civil war with northern Sudan, South Sudan signed a cease fire in 2005. The war and tribulation left the country’s infrastructure in shambles, and most of its wildlife and people scattered. Six years later in 2011 it final
Despite being rich in natural resources, South Sudan is a third-world country suffering from poverty and hunger. Most people live on less than $1 a day in rural areas with poor sanitation and no access to clean water. In this case, you can actuall
GEMS is currently raising money for clean water in South Sudan. Clean water will improve health and hydration for the people. While also securing a water source for crops! Having a reliable water source is necessary for growing food during the six-m
When our team of volunteers returned from South Sudan they couldn’t stop talking about the people’s smiles. Despite the hardships they were facing, the people of South Sudan were happy and hopeful. This experience inspired our mission
Every day the women gather around this tree to make and sell crafts for extra income. It’s one of many ways the women of South Sudan have proven themselves resourceful! To learn more about South Sudan check out the website in our bio. #south
This is how it starts! The pick axe has become our #1 tool for tilling and preparing the ground in South Sudan to farm. Would you believe us if we said the ground was so hard a few of these broke and had to be replaced?! Because that’s a tr
It’s that time of year! We’re starting to clear the land and prepare the soil on our Sorghum farm in Majok Goi, South Sudan. Last year was our first attempt at farming, and over 500 people were fed as a result. This year we hope that w
Donations from people just like you have supported our 25-acre farm project in Majok Goi, South Sudan. The farm has fed more than 500 people in that village...but Majok Goi has a population of over 25,000 people! The need is still great, and with the
What led you to our page? If there’s anything we’ve learned at the GEMS Development Foundation it’s that a little goes a long way. We work lean with a dedicated team of volunteers, and we’re amazed how simple consecrated e
Have you seen our new website yet? www.gemsdevelopment.org or click the link in our bio! Take a look at our current projects and donation opportunities. There’s a lot to see! 🇸🇸
Did anyone catch us on @goodthingsutah today?? We’re celebrating with a donation match! All donations will be doubled up to $2000 thanks to @lifeseasons Click our link in bio, and find a project that speaks to you!
South Sudan has soil rich in clay, making is very susceptible to floods during the rainy season! This simple dike, which we helped the villagers dig by hand, prevented the village and their farm from flooding. Building an infrastructure like this
Donating 1 bag of sorghum will feed an entire family for 3-4 months. With proper nourishment and a reliable source of food, James and his siblings have the opportunity to attend school and earn money on the side. ⁣ For $75 you can help James and his
We can’t say thank you enough!! We raised $16,400 and are ecstatic!! We couldn’t have done it without all of you. Between our fundraisers, website donations, and a generous corporate donation we are ready for 2021 and all the projects
Thank you to everyone that participated in Giving Tuesday 2020! We surpassed our goal of $15k and raised a total of $16,400!! ⁣ We can’t thank you enough! ⁣ We’re keeping the fundraisers open through Friday for anyone who still wants t