Across South Sudan, women and girls in the informal economy have built their own ways to organize, share resources, and support one another. Drawing on research in seven states, this report brings those groups and relationships into view, from market women and savings groups to farmers and girls’ community groups. It explores how they sustain their work, the barriers they face in reaching decision-makers, and what happened to their livelihoods and support systems during COVID-19. The report calls on women’s organizations, government, and donors to recognize this leadership and support women and girls on their own terms.
