A local NGO is employing over 60 women that earn a living through arts and crafts activities.
Anyieth Manyang Dawol, who runs the Roots Project, said her organization provides beads, calabashes, clay, embroidery and other material for women to produce traditional pieces for sale.She added that the Roots Project focuses more on traditional crafts with the aim of preserving South Sudan’s cultures although it also encourages women to develop their own art work trying new techniques.
Jackline Siama, is a former soldier who is working for the Roots Project. She said through a translator that she has been able to support many family members through the arts and crafts work.
She urged the government to address women’s issues through capacity building projects and adult classes because women have heavy loads to carry and need support.
The Roots Project started last year in Juba and it is a non profit organisation.