The Imotong Minister of Information is urging citizens to work for justice for peace to prevail in South Sudan.
Jacob Atari Albano tells women in Torit that fighting for justice will bring about lasting tranquility in the country.
He calls on citizens to report gender violence and human rights violations’ cases to police for the law to take its cost.
Minister Atari observes that women are victims of human rights violations in the whole nation.
While Lucia Juvanii, UNDP representative, says there is need for women involvement in legal institutions.
She discloses that sexual gender-based violence is still a challenge in the state.
Juvanii advises citizens to stops all forms of violence in the state to realize total peace.
Emmanuel Ben, South Sudan Legal Advisor for Community Initiative for Development, says they are training women on access to justice program for all.
He appreciates UNDP for its support in sensitizing communities on human rights violation.
The speakers made the remarks during the opening of the four-day workshop on access to justice for all in Torit on Monday.