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Critical Field Update, February 2025
From Loss to Hope: Jenifer’s Journey of Resilience
“When Jenifer fled Sudan with her 1 year old baby, she carried nothing but the hope of finding safety. The civil war had taken everything her home, her family, and her sense of security. Arriving in Uganda as a refugee, she faced the harsh reality of starting over in an unfamiliar land, with no source of income and a baby depending on her.
Life in the refugee camp was tough. Food was scarce, and Jenifer worried about how she would provide for her child. But through support from WGEF, she received seeds, basic farming tools, and training on vegetable gardening. With determination, she turned a small piece of land in the camp into a thriving vegetable garden.
At first, the garden was just a way to feed her child nutritious meals. But soon, Jenifer realized she could grow more than she needed and sell the surplus to other refugees. What started as a survival strategy became a source of income, allowing her to buy other essentials and regain a sense of dignity.
Today, Jenifer is not just feeding her baby she is inspiring other refugee women to do the same. She shares her knowledge with fellow mothers, helping them start their own small gardens.“
– Bukenya, Program Director
Sudan is facing ongoing violence, hunger and displacement!
Women are fleeing sexual violence, hunger, and death. Sudan is facing a worsening humanitarian crisis and is considered the worlds worst hunger catastrophe. Millions have been displaced and the cutoff of USAID has shuttered community kitchens.
Women and children fleeing to Uganda are in critical need of support. WGEF is stepping up to meet the needs of the refugees as best we can. Our staff is small, our budget is tight but we are assisting as many families as possible.
We are providing menstrual health supplies, training and economic opportunities, along with support from our Peer Counsellors and Access to Justice teams. We can’t do this without ongoing support and hope you will consider contributing to our lifesaving efforts.
Jennifer’s story is inspiring and meaningful. Together, we can change the trajectory of hopelessness and hunger, creating a brighter and more stable future for all.
