The National Empowerment of Positive Women United (NEPWU)

Empowering

Positive Women

Join Us in Promoting health and rights, meaningful to community and active participation of women and girls in South Sudan especially those living with and affected by HIV.

Empowering

Positive Women

Join Us in Promoting health and rights, meaningful to community and active participation of women and girls in South Sudan especially those living with and affected by HIV.

We Are a National Non-Governmental Organization

The National Empowerment of Positive Women United (NEPWU) is a National Non-Governmental Organization, established in July 2013 by women and girls living with and affected by HIV from seven States of South Sudan. This was made possible with support from UN Women, UNAIDS and SSAC.

From a humble beginning of 30 members to 1,592 NEPWU now has registered members in 10 states (Old) Western Bahr El Ghazal, Western Equatoria, Eastern Equatoria, Central Equatoria States, Northern Bahr El Gazaal, Lakes, Unity, Upper Nile, Jonglei and Warrap States.

Core Program Areas

Advocacy & Coordination

Positive Health Dignity & Prevention

Empowerment

Human rights & Sexual Reproductive Health Rights

Nutrition

WASH and SGBV

01

Advocacy & Coordination

NEPWU works to raise awareness on issues related to women living with and affected by HIV/AIDS, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure their rights and needs are prioritized.

02

Positive Health Dignity and Prevention

This program provides health services, including testing and treatment for HIV/AIDS, as well as prevention education to reduce new infections. It also works to promote dignity and reduce.

03

Empowerment

NEPWU seeks to empower women and girls through education, economic opportunities, and leadership training to help them overcome the social and economic barriers they face.

04

Human rights & Sexual Reproductive Health Rights

NEPWU works to promote and protect the human rights of women and girls, including their sexual and reproductive health rights, by advocating for policies that support gender equality and equity.

05

Nutrition

This program provides nutritional support to women and girls living with HIV/AIDS, who may face malnutrition and related health complications. Improve food security and access to nutritious food.

06

Wash and SGBV

NEPWU promotes access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities, and works to prevent and respond to sexual and gender-based violence, which is a major issue in South Sudan.

07

Peace Building and reconciliation

This program seeks to address the root causes of conflict in South Sudan and promote peace and reconciliation among communities affected by violence.

08

Partnership and Networking

NEPWU collaborates with local and international organizations to build networks and partnerships that support its mission and goals.

Latest updates

Reaching Out: Community Heroes Serving in Flooded Areas to Restore Hope and Healing

In a remote village along the banks of River Nile in South Sudan’s Lakes state, A 28-year-old Maria has become a beacon of hope in Minkaman-a community facing an ongoing crisis of flood. For the past two months, parts of the region have been submerged under devastating floodwater, affecting thousands of lives. As a trained peer counselor, Maria’s mission is simple but essential: to educate, support, advocate for change and empower her community in their health darkest times.