In a country where education opportunities can be so limited, especially for those from economically constrained backgrounds, the past three years as a coordinator at Undying Hope have given me the privilege of working with some truly incredible students, leaders at various levels, and school authorities. I have collaborated closely with local schools to identify…

Teacher Training Program: In the last update, I shared some exciting news about a vision for a teacher training program in South Sudan. Thank you to the D.C. Rotary Club, Parole Rotary Club, Annapolis Rotary Club, and Rotary district for bringing this incredible and life-transforming program to life. The D.C. Rotary, with the help of…

On This Update In February of this year, a group of 12 friends from the United States visited South Sudan to witness firsthand the positive impact that Undying Hope is having in a country that has been severely affected by decades of civil war and poor infrastructure, particularly in rural areas. South Sudan gained independence…

The Theils, Undying Hope leadership team, and the 131 students who are in school in South Sudan and Kenya, as a direct result of your generosity, wish you and your family a wonderful and joy-filled Christmas celebration. This time of the year, many friends and family around the world gather together to celebrate the birth…

Since South Sudan gained its hard-earned independence from the Republic of Sudan on July 9, 2011, the literacy rate has been at 27%, one of the lowest in the world’s educational index. This low rate suggests that only 73% of the South Sudanese can read and write. Due to concerted efforts on the ground and…

In this update Dear friends and family, Happy Halloween!!!! My family (Aluel, Nina, Thomas, and I) is sending wonderful Halloween celebration greetings from Nairobi, Kenya. We wish you and your family a wonderful day filled with love, hope, and joy! Today, I am reminded of last year’s Halloween celebration. My daughter Nina and my son…

Christmas Charitable Giving: If you are considering Christmas charitable giving this year, please consider Undying Hope for South Sudan and beyond. Any dollar amount you donate is deeply appreciated and will make an impact. Undying Hope is making a difference in South Sudan and Kenya because we are surrounded by friends and family who believe…

Sponsorship Opportunity:With the growth of Undying Hope in East Africa comes a need for student sponsorship. As mentioned above, our students range from elementary school to university level. If your heart is nudging you to give hope to students in East Africa, then act by sponsoring a student’s education. Undying Hope now has student sponsorship…

This special update will highlight several important strategic tasks and achievements before, during, and after our recent trip to South Sudan and “beyond.” Recent Trip to South Sudan:Last month, Dr. Charles, the Board Chair, and I embarked on a learning trip to South Sudan and beyond. In South Sudan, we met with the strategic leaders,…

Story of Hope Preventable diseases are taking a toll on young South Sudan. This desperate situation could not be more true for 11-year-old South Sudan. Since its birth in 2011, the country has been plagued with numerous problems, including preventable diseases that have continued to ravage its population. Many parasites and viruses have been at…