Sudan's guardian angel on a mission to protect women and children from violence

Jibrallah’s organization, SEEMA, is the only place for women and children who have been abused or fear for their lives. Although people speak in hushed tones, the phones are constantly ringing— women who need help, or scared relatives trying to get help for their loved ones. Women and children come from across the country, not only from Khartoum. You can see why.SEEMA makes an assessment of the situation, then offers legal aid, medical care, and psychological counseling to women and children who have been abused, attacked, or beaten—many by their husbands, fathers, or other family members.While SEEMA has been providing services to women and children for more than 10 years, the stigma of abuse, especially when it’s a family member, prevents many victims from coming forward.“Breaking the silence on the issue encourages people to come out and report, and talk about it,” says Jibrallah, adding that there is not enough awareness about an individual’s rights and the laws that protect them.

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