Coalition of Sudanese
Victim Communities
In the United States
of America
SUCCESS STORIES
Success Stories designed to highlight the tangible impact and progress of the Coalition of Sudanese Victim Communities in the USA (CSVC-USA). These fictional but realistic case studies demonstrate effectiveness and outcomes aligned with the Coalition’s mission of truth, justice, healing, and empowerment.
From Silence to Voice: The Testimony Project
In 2024, the Coalition launched a community-led storytelling and documentation project in Minnesota. Over 120 survivor testimonies were collected and archived, helping participants begin their healing journeys while contributing to historical truth and justice efforts.
“I never thought my story mattered. The Coalition made me feel human again.” — Halima, Darfur Survivor
Empowering the Next Generation: Youth Advocacy Fellowship
CSV-USA launched the Youth Advocacy Fellowship in 2025, training 10 Sudanese-American youth in human rights and advocacy. Fellows have since led awareness campaigns and community events.
“The fellowship helped me turn my family's pain into purpose.” — Sara El Nour, Youth Fellow
Justice in Motion: Legal Aid Referral for Genocide Survivors
In 2023–2024, the Coalition referred 18 survivors to pro bono attorneys for asylum support. One case led to a successful asylum grant based on genocide persecution.
“The Coalition didn’t just listen. They connected me to justice.” — Khalid, Genocide Survivor
Bridging Divides: Multi-Regional Dialogue for Unity
CSV-USA convened over 80 community leaders for a Unity Dialogue Summit, promoting inter-regional collaboration and forming four active regional committees.
“We left the summit as one people, not four communities.” — Mary Deng, Abyei Chapter Representative
Supporting Survivors in Need: Emergency Relief Fund
CSV-USA provided emergency food, housing, and mental health referrals to 37 Sudanese refugees and asylum seekers through small grants and community donations.
“The Coalition was there when no one else was.” — Amira, Gender Violence Survivor
Restoring Dignity Through Burial Advocacy
The Coalition's "Right to Be Remembered" campaign secured 5,000 petition signatures and influenced a UN Human Rights Council statement on mass grave investigations.
“They spoke the names we were told to forget.” — Elder Musa, Nuba Community Leader