NCRC, UN Women Concludes Constitutional Consultation Workshop for IDPs and civil society
By Roselyn Oboy
The National Constitutional Review Commission (NCRC), in collaboration with UN Women, has concluded a two-day civic education and public consultation workshop for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and civil society organizations as part of South Sudan’s constitution-making process.
Speaking at the closing session, NCRC Secretary General John Natana said the views gathered from participants would be reflected in the constitutional draft.
“The constitution must ensure that no citizen remains an IDP in their own country and that all South Sudanese enjoy full citizenship rights,” Natana said. He added that the commission remains committed to protecting indigenous languages, ensuring equitable resource distribution, and upholding judicial independence.
Addressing participants on behalf of UN Women Representative Delphi Serumaga, Jocelyn Oboy emphasized the need for an inclusive constitution that reflects the aspirations of all citizens.
“The voices raised during this dialogue must influence decision-making and contribute to a constitution that safeguards dignity, equality, and human rights for all,” Oboy said, reaffirming UN Women’s commitment to gender equality and inclusive governance.Chairman of Checkpoint IDP Camp 1, Jinub Maker welcomed the inclusion of displaced communities in the review process.
“We are citizens living within our own country. This constitutional process should help ensure that the conditions which led to displacement are never repeated,” Maker said.
The workshop brought together IDPs, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to provide recommendations that will help shape South Sudan’s permanent constitution.
