Dear DWAG Supporters:

We are alarmed by the brutal attacks and rise of war causality among children in Sudan. The ongoing and escalated violence in Sudan has exhibited devastating impacts on the most vulnerable populations- children. On Friday, Oct. 4th, airstrikes in Al Kuma claimed the lives of 13 children and injured 17 others. U.N. Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric announced that thousands of children and their families have been trapped in regions of unrelenting violence and insecurity. Children who have no place in war continue to suffer as genocidal violence persists.

On Wednesday, Oct. 9th, an airstrike on the Fur Market in Hasaheisa, El Gezira, left over 100 people dead or injured, including children. The Darfur Bar Association (DBA) has condemned these actions, labeling them “acts of genocide”. Within the past week, the Sudanese Air Force launched multiple airstrikes on towns in West and North Darfur and North Kordofan. The toll of these bombings is devastating, with over 500 people killed. Radio Dabanga reported that Starlink satellite internet devices were disrupted in Seleia, the capital of Jebel Moon locality, making it impossible to determine the actual number of victims from the bombing. These are clear violations of international law and constitute war crimes punishable by international laws.

The war in Sudan today has subjected children to unimaginable suffering, not only the direct impact of war but also diseases including the deadliest outbreak of cholera, dengue, malaria, and measles. As Sudan’s healthcare system has completely collapsed, millions are left without access to primary healthcare. According to the U.N., at least 12 of Sudan’s 18 states are grappling with these diseases, putting the health and survival of children at even greater risk. In just the past two months, over 21,000 cases of cholera have been disclosed, with more than 600 fatalities.

The crises in Sudan and its impact on the most vulnerable children need the international community’s attention and serious action. DWAG, therefore, calls on the United States government and the UNSC members to expedite the process of authorizing U.N.-backed civilian protection forces and urgently delivering humanitarian aid. The U.N. agencies must make protecting children and safeguarding their access to emergency health care, food, and nutrition an urgent priority.

We appeal to you all, advocates, activists, and ordinary citizens, to speak up and not let the children of Sudan die in silence. Now more than ever, the children of Sudan need your voice. Contact your representatives and demand urgent action to stop the genocide in Sudan. Add your voice to our Stand With Sudan Campaign linked here and use our letter to Congress linked here.

Thank you for your continued support. Stay connected for updates and opportunities to take action.

With gratitude,
Niemat Ahmadi
President, Darfur Women Action Group (DWAG)
The DWAG Team