Malaria and NTDs Youth Champions South Sudan
📍 South Sudan • Africa
About
The Malaria and NTDs Youth Champions South Sudan (MYCSS) is a youth-led network committed to combating malaria and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) through education, advocacy, and community-driven interventions. As part of the African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA) Malaria Youth Champions initiative, MYCSS aligns its strategies with national, regional, and global frameworks to accelerate progress toward malaria and NTDs elimination in South Sudan by 2030. The initiative was launched in partnership with the National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP) and National NTDs Programme under the Ministry of Health and emphasizes community-led approaches and meaningful youth engagement as pivotal elements in malaria eradication. At the national level, MYCSS aligns with South Sudan’s National Malaria Strategic Plan (2020–2025) and the Health Sector Strategic Plan (2023–2027), integrating malaria and NTD programming into youth-driven interventions.
Vision
A South Sudan where all citizens, particularly the youth, are mobilized and empowered to drive the elimination of malaria and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) by 2030, contributing to a healthier and more resilient nation
Mission
is to harness the energy, creativity, and leadership of young people in South Sudan to combat malaria and NTDs through evidence-based advocacy, community-driven education, and innovative social mobilization campaigns.
Location
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South Sudan