ACAD was a UNICEF Implementing partner since 2007, supporting WASH activities and construction of schools in Abyei. ACAD has presence and a fully operational office, with 4 vehicles, several motorbikes and over 60 staff based in Abyei municipality. It has a fully functional office with internet installed and ACAD has qualified staff in Abyei. ACAD is currently implementing the school feeding program in Abyei with funding from WFP.
The need for essential social services is significant in Abyei, with minimal coverage by the Government and external partners due to the continued conflicts that make access almost impossible. Due to its contested nature, there are some constraints on its accessibility and to provide basic needs such as education. As a result, institutions providing essential social services, including education and health facilities, have significant capacity gaps. Often, it has made it difficult to operate and provide services due to a lack of human resources, basic facilities, and supplies.
The following are the project activities
Activity 1.1: Establish temporary/semi-temporary learning spaces (TLSs), including gender-segregated WASH facilities, menstrual hygiene supplies and furniture using local materials.
Activity 1.2: Provide teaching and learning materials for Primary and Secondary schools.
Activity 1.3: Procure and distribute essential education supplies to children, including reading materials, recreation kits and dignity kits for adolescent girls
Activity 1.4: Provision of furniture/school desks to schools
Activity 1.5: Train/orient teachers on the new competency-based curriculum Education
Activity 1.6: Provide metallic Boxes for Textbooks storage to increase access to learning materials in schools
Activity 1.7: Train PTA/SMC to ensure effective school management
Activity 1.8 Equip the Counties WASH Department Officials with skills and knowledge to improve functionality and availability of WASH services
