SSP is Southern Sudan Project. SSP is a non-profit organization that is committed to educating the public about the social, political, and cultural facets of life in Sudan. SSP was founded by (William) Bol Gai Deng in 2007, while attending Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Richmond, VA. A recent graduate of VCU, Mr. Deng felt he needed to give back to his community of Aweil, Sudan. The passion and drive to help educate the members of Aweil, Sudan served as catalyst to the creation of Southern Sudan Project.
The main project is to build one of many secondary schools needed in the southern region of Sudan. The current education system offers primary and university-level academics. This brings about a disproportioned opportunity for the children of Sudan to compete in the national and international markets. The secondary school will enable the students to successfully apply to universities within Sudan and abroad. The effect will be a stronger, highly competent population empowered to prevent continuation of present plights. Ultimately, Southern Sudan Project will expand into the other regions of Sudan to facilitate the construction of more learning institutions.
"We Will For Aweil!"
What about SSP?
Southern Sudan Project (SSP) is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The primary monetary sources for the organization comes from private & corporate donations and fundraising events. In addition, SSP graciously accepts donated items like computers, office equipment, building supplies, and anything else that supports the cause. Building a secondary school is a major task that requires diligent and integral assistance. Since attaining official 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, Southern Sudan Project has received over $4000 in monetary and non-monetary donations. Although we are most grateful, erection of a school is costly venture. It has been estimated that the final cost to build a secondary school in Aweil, Sudan will be between $10-12 million US dollars. Once construction begins, it should take nine months to one year for completion.
In order to meet the ultimate goal, Southern Sudan Project has marketed itself in a variety of ways. Mr. Deng has given several speeches about his life experience in Sudan and the journey to America. SSP has participated in numerous academic and community events sponsored by institutions like VA Commonwealth University, Temple University, Virginia Union University, Richmond Peace Education Center, The Conciliation Project, and WRIR 97.3 FM. It is our sincere desire to share the vision with as many as possible.
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For persons interested in volunteering for Southern Sudan Project, please complete the form below and write 'Volunteer' in the subject line. Also, there will be internship opportunities available soon. Keep checking the website for updates.
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