In a remarkable display of humanitarian efforts, Sudan's capital city, Khartoum, recently witnessed the launch of a book that chronicles the rescue, evacuation, and care of 301 children who lost parental care during the ongoing war. The book, authored by experts in psychological treatment, highlights the tireless efforts of national cadres and specialists who worked to protect and provide for these children.
The book launch was attended by key officials, including the Acting Minister of Social Development for Khartoum State, Sadiq Hassan Farini, who emphasized the significance of documenting this exceptional humanitarian experience. He noted that the collective efforts of society and the proactive role of national cadres were instrumental in safeguarding the children and providing them with psychological and social support.
According to Farini, the experience serves as a testament to the protection of children who have lost parental care under harsh circumstances. He commended the extensive efforts of Zainab Ahmed Abu Joda, who served as the director of the Mayqoma Orphanage for 13 years. The event also saw the presence of the Acting Minister of Culture, Information, and Tourism, Al-Tayyib Sadiq, representing the Wali of Khartoum.
The book, authored by Abdullah Yousif Abdullah Abushok and Sadam Ahmed Ibrahim Musa, provides a detailed account of the children's rescue and care, focusing on their rights and psychological and social needs during the exceptional circumstances created by the war. The authors used a scientific approach, based on direct observation and fieldwork, to document the experience and analyze its dimensions.
Al-Tayyib Sadiq described the book as a valuable addition to the educational and psychological fields, praising the authors' methodology and their reliance on direct observation and fieldwork. He emphasized that the government's commitment to providing necessary support and care to the children and their foster families is unwavering.
The event concluded with a review of the book's key themes, which included practical solutions and mechanisms for providing direct psychological support to the children. Copies of the book were distributed to relevant parties to support efforts to develop a system for fostering and caring for children.
The initiative demonstrates Sudan's commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, particularly children, during times of conflict. The documentation of this experience serves as a valuable resource for future humanitarian efforts and underscores the importance of collective action in addressing the needs of those affected by war.
Key points
- Sudanese officials launch a book documenting the evacuation and care of 301 children who lost parental care during the war.
- The book provides a scientific account of the children's rescue, highlighting their rights and psychological and social needs.
- The effort demonstrates Sudan's commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, particularly children, during times of conflict.
