In Mapuordit, South Sudan, the Daughters of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, medical and educational professionals from many countries, wonderful volunteers and increasing numbers of locals focus on education, health, and welfare to improve the way of life in the area:        

Education

OLSH Overseas Aid provides textbooks, library books, stationery, IT equipment, training etc, as well as contributing to the Comboni School building project. Click here for more information about the school. Adult education programs such as hairdressing and tailoring are providing employment opportunities for women.

Health Care

Mary Immaculate Hospital - OLSH Overseas Aid provides support for:

• Developmental projects such as ablutions block
• Equipment such as solar refrigerators
• Financial support for professional development of Sudanese nursing staff
• Salary support for newly trained staff members

Community

OLSH Overseas Aid provides financial support for:

• Internally Displaced People due to tribal warfare
• Skills development in agriculture and small business initiatives such as restaurants.
• Water Points
• Purchase and maintenance of a vehicle to enable outreach services.