We're the young people building the South Sudan we want to live in.
Youth for Education, Agriculture and Health Organization (YEAH.Org) is a South Sudanese National Non-Governmental Organization established to empower young people, women and vulnerable communities through education, skills development, sustainable agriculture, public health, peacebuilding, environmental conservation and humanitarian action. YEAH.Org is legally registered under the South Sudan NGO Act and operates independently without political, religious, tribal or cultural bias while working collaboratively with national and international partners.
Our vision
A morally and ethically productive generation of young people who positively transform their lives, families and communities.
Our mission
To transform today's generation of young people through life-changing education, practical skills development, leadership and community empowerment that improve the quality of life for individuals and communities.
Core values
Transformational Change
Creating opportunities that inspire positive and lasting change.
Teamwork
Working collaboratively to maximize impact.
Diversity
Respecting different cultures, religions, abilities and perspectives.
Integrity
Delivering transparent, ethical and accountable services.
Leadership
Developing responsible leaders for sustainable development.
Respect for All People
Serving every individual with dignity, equality and compassion.
Strategic objectives
- · Promote climate change adaptation, mitigation and resilience.
- · Empower women and youth through education, skills development and leadership.
- · Improve community health and raise awareness on HIV/AIDS, mental health and substance abuse.
- · Promote peacebuilding, conflict resolution and social cohesion.
- · Advance gender equality and women's economic empowerment.
- · Protect children and vulnerable populations.
- · Promote civic education, environmental conservation and sustainable development.
- · Respond to emergencies affecting vulnerable communities..
- · Conduct research, advocacy and public awareness campaigns..
Executive Director's message
"At YEAH.Org, we believe every young person and every community has the potential to overcome adversity and build a better future. Our responsibility is to help unlock that potential by expanding access to education, practical skills, sustainable livelihoods, health information, protection, leadership opportunities and platforms for peace. We are committed to working transparently and respectfully with the communities we serve. We recognize that lasting change cannot be imposed from outside. It must be built with communities, supported by strong partnerships and sustained through local leadership. As we grow, we will continue strengthening our governance, accountability, safeguarding, financial management and programme quality. We invite governments, development partners, civil society, academic institutions, businesses, volunteers and community leaders to work with us. Together, we can transform today’s generation and build peaceful, healthy and resilient communities. Executive Director Youth for Education, Agriculture and Health Organization."
Leadership & governance
Joseph Malek Deng
Executive Director
Arike John Peter Yuma
Administration and Finance
Vivian Sam Sapana
Senior Programme Manager
Gabriel Garang Pioth
Head of Partnerships & Resource Mobiliser Coordinator
YEAH.Org is governed by a Board of Directors supported by an Advisory Board and a Senior Management Team. Our governance framework covers risk management, accountability, transparency, and safeguarding — all reviewed annually.
Legal registration & geographic presence
YEAH.Org is established as a national non-governmental organization under the laws of the Republic of South Sudan, including the Non-Governmental Organisations Act, 2016, and other applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
Head Office Aweil City Council, Aweil Centre County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Republic of South Sudan Operational Reach YEAH.Org may establish field, state, regional or country offices as programmes and partnerships develop.