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Duk CountyYouth Association

Youth-led programs in Juba, fostering skills, dialogue, and service for a stronger Duk County and South Sudan.

Youth Empowerment. Peace Advocacy. Community Development.

Equiping young leaders in Juba and Duk County by building skills, promoting peace, and inclusivity for all.

We empower, connect and mobilise young peoplefor a stronger, more peaceful South Sudan

Discover our story

Current Leadership

Meet the elected officials of Juba’s Duk County Youth Association, dedicated to fostering unity and creating new opportunities through transparent leadership.

Portrait of the Chairperson

Mamer Makuei Mamer

Chairperson

Portrait of the Deputy Chairperson

John Deng Aleer

Deputy Chairperson

Portrait of the Secretary General

Geu Deng Awuol

Secretary General

Our core values

These principles guide how DCYA works together, serves the public, and grows as a youth-led association in Juba. Open one value at a time to read more.

We welcome young people from every background in Duk County and Juba, building trust across differences so that no voice is left out of our common work.

That means equal outreach, and programs designed so women, men, and youth with different life experiences can contribute equally to decisions and activities.

We act with honesty in how we handle resources, decisions, and leadership to earn the confidence of our members and the communities we serve.

Leaders report openly on finances and commitments, welcome questions, and correct mistakes; members are encouraged to raise concerns safely and expect a fair response.

Our efforts are directed outward: volunteering, listening, and responding to real needs rather than attention seeking.

From neighbourhood activities and support in community functions, we measure success by whether communities are genuinely better off.

We invest in skills, mentorship, and opportunities so young people can lead projects, articulate themselves well, and shape their own futures.

Training, and paired mentorship help members move from participation to running events, representing the association, and advocating credibly in public spaces.

We resolve disagreements through conversation and non-violence. We promote reconciliation and cooperation in families and neighborhoods.

We prioritize mediation and social norms that discourage violence, working alongside religious and community leaders to resolve complaints before they escalate into conflict.

We stay curious, share knowledge, learn from peers and elders, and adapt our programs as challenges and opportunities change.

After activities we reflect on what worked, document lessons and adjust based on feedback from members and partners.

Contact Us

Members, partners, and allies are welcome to reach out, whether you have a question, want to collaborate, or wish to support youth-led work in Juba and Duk County.

Feel free to drop an email

Address

ShirkatJuba, South Sudan