Sudanese Organization for Researches and Development

Women's voices first — for rights, justice and gender equality in Sudan.

Since 2007, SORD has combined participatory research, advocacy and community action so that women and men in Sudan can claim their rights.

2007Established
25Projects
85Members
100,000+People reached
Women, Peace and Security training led by SORD
About SORD

A research-based organization working for gender justice

SORD is a membership-based Sudanese non-governmental, not-for-profit organization dedicated to human rights and gender equality. We work with civil society and other stakeholders so that women and men in Sudan can actively exercise their rights and responsibilities.

  • Participatory Action Research (PAR)
  • Social Exclusion Analysis
  • Informed advocacy and civic education
  • Capacity building for civil society
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Our Programs

Three interrelated themes

Everything we do is grounded in a Humanitarian–Development–Peace Nexus approach that bridges the gap between short-term humanitarian responses and long-term development programming, with our three program themes reinforcing one another to build lasting resilience and feminist peace.

Community awareness session on gender-based violence

Inclusion and Non-Discrimination

Research, advocacy and legal aid that challenge discriminatory laws and practices, including the Personal Status Law and child marriage, so women can participate fully and equally.

Women's livelihoods group meeting

Access to Resources

Marketable skills, economic services and support for women's groups to secure fair access to income, services and independent livelihoods.

Gender training for civil society organizations

Capacity Building and Governance

Training and networking for civil society organizations, lawyers and media to strengthen accountable governance and drive lasting change.

In the field

Our work in pictures

From literacy circles and legal awareness to farms, kitchens and community meetings across Sudan.

InclusionAccess to ResourcesCapacity & GovernanceHumanitarian

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Psychosocial Support

أنتِ لستِ وحدكِ — نحن هنا للاستماع والدعم

You are not alone. We are here to listen.

Our psychosocial support team offers confidential listening, counselling and referral for women affected by conflict and violence. Reach out by WhatsApp or send a private request.

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Researches & Papers

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Work with us for a just and equal Sudan

We welcome volunteers and professionals who want to help communities understand and claim their rights.

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