Dignity kits bring hope to Sukkur, SRSO, UNHCR & RSPN’s humanitarian Initiative

Irfan Ali

13:44 2024, 4 February

In the wake of the devastating 2022 floods, the Rural Support Programs Network (RSPN) with collaboration of Sindh Rural Support Organisation (SRSO) marked a heartening event in Sukkur by distributing Dignity Kits to women and girls above 10 years old. This initiative, generously funded by the

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

(UNHCR), through United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) aims to provide crucial support to thoseaffected by the calamitous floods.

The Dignity Kits, distributed by RSPN, include essential items such as bathing products, buckets, shawls, slippers, a whistle, and a torch for safety. These kits represent a lifeline for the women and girls of Sukkur district, offering not only practical necessities but also a symbol of hope and solidarity in the face of adversity.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), SRSO, Muhammad Dital Kalhoro, Project Manager, Nazia Shah, Protection Manager UN, Ahsan Ali, District Manager SRSO Sukkur, Nasreen Noonari and other officials were present

the occasion.

It is mention over here that Rural Support program network with financial backing from UNHCR through UNFPA, responded swiftly to the urgent needs arising post-floods. The humanitarian response project was

implemented across Sukkur,

Kashmore, and Shikarpur districts, focusing on the most vulnerable members of the community. As part of this initiative, Women and Girls friendly spaces were established, serving as havens for rehabilitation andeducation.

These safe spaces played a pivotal role in empowering and supporting the affected population. Sessions on gender-based violence (GBV), sexual harassment, and physical and mental health were conducted, addressing the unique challenges faced by women and girls of all ages. Additionally, psychosocial services, medical support through family planning (FP) camps, and vocational training were extended, benefiting over 43,663 community members.