Plan UK LogoBecause I am a Girl LogoAbout usMedia centreResourcesJobsContact usText size:Increase text size iconDecrease text size icon Home About Plan News What we do Where we work What you can do Because I am a Girl Sponsor a child Donate Visit us on FacebookVisit us on TwitterVisit us on Google+ NewsNews and FeaturesMillions at risk of hunger in South Sudan Millions at risk of hunger in South Sudan 14/02/2014 Refugees from South Sudan at a camp in Uganda wait for water More than three million people risk going hungry in South Sudan as the full cost of the country’s conflict becomes clear. Nearly 900,000 have fled fighting in the world’s newest nation, some to neighbouring countries including Uganda. Aid workers for Plan are helping thousands of survivors with life-saving food, water and protection. “While the current numbers of displaced people and refugees are already shocking, the real humanitarian disaster is looming in the near future,” says Roland Angerer, Plan’s Regional Director for Eastern and Southern Africa. “If these people cannot go back to their fields by March or April when the rains are supposed to start, they will lose their opportunity to grow food to feed themselves and produce food for the market. Seasonal floods and further violence might amplify human suffering,” he adds. Growing concern Concerns are growing for women and children, who have borne the brunt of clashes. Conditions are particularly poor in Awerial where families have fled fighting in Bor, Jonglei State. Plan has deployed an international team to help aid workers already on the ground with their emergency response. “We’re focusing on immediate concerns of child protection, water, sanitation, food and education and emotional support,” says Mr Angerer. “Many children have been separated from families and caregivers, which makes them more vulnerable to violence, trafficking and abuse. “As the world begins to shift its focus from South Sudan, now is the very time that it needs our help. It’s important that we don’t forget the people in their hour of need,” he adds. Wake-up call Unni Krishnan, Plan International head of Disaster Response and Preparedness, adds: “The UN’s declaration of the crisis as a Level Three emergency should serve as a wake-up call for donors and philanthropists worldwide to mobilise urgent support for South Sudan. “Donors need to be generous. The plight of children and others impacted by the conflict in South Sudan calls for their urgent attention.” the Plan make a donation to our work across the world Related items top ‘Cutting season’ heightens threat for girls at risk of FGM‘Cutting season’ heightens threat for girls at risk of FGM‘Cutting season’ heightens threat for girls at risk of FGMThe plan support the world’s poorest children to move themselves from a life of poverty to a future with opportunity WhereWORLDWIDEWhatREDUCING CHILD POVERTYImpact28.1 million children benefit from Plans work across the worldSubmit Latest NewsJersey helps a million people in the developing worldThe State of Jersey has helped more than one million people over the last decade through its work with Plan UK, new figures reveal.28-Aug-14Children at risk in Central African RepublicPlan is supporting displaced children in the Central African Republic, where violence has forced more than 300,000 people to leave their homes. 20-Aug-14See all newsLatest BlogsWorld Humanitarian Day: Remembering the braveWhen close to a billion people go to bed hungry every night, being a humanitarian is not a choice, says Unni Krishnan, Head of Disaster Preparedness and Response.19-Aug-14Humanitarian heroesPlan responds to disasters and emergencies across the globe. Our aid workers tell of their experiences on the ground, what theyve learned and why they believe in Plans work.19-Aug-14See all blog entries What you can do now Get involved ...Sponsor a childBecause I am a GirlWrite to your sponsored childSign up to Plan UK eNewsPartner with usLeave a legacyDonate...Donate to a disasterGive to our Girls FundHelp Forgotten ChildrenHelp families make a livingSupport...Our campaign for girlsVolunteer for usDownload...Our Annual ReportBecause I am a Girl ReportBecause youre a girl - growing up in the Commonwealth Learn about...Plans historyOur campaign for girlsOur advocacy workOur global programmesOur partnerships Registered Charity no.276035 Switchboard:0300 777 9777 SitemapAccessibilityTerms & Conditions*New* CookiesAbout usMedia centreResourcesJobsContact usShareThis Copy and Paste - See more at: plan-uk.org/news/news-and-features/millions-at-risk-of-hunger-south-sudan/?gclid=CNKOsf62wMACFUrpwgodO5QAPw#sthash.4O7LbuJg.dpuf
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