Fatima Adam Ali: Building a Business Through Collective Action
Across Sudan, women continue to work towards supporting their families and communities, turning available opportunities into new beginnings for projects shaped by their ambitions and efforts.
Fatima Adam Ali is one of the women who came together with her group to establish a hair salon as part of the Women’s Productive Groups Initiative, implemented by Sadagaat Charity Organization with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The initiative aims to strengthen women’s economic empowerment, support their productive capacities, and create income-generating opportunities.
In this story, Fatima shares her experience, highlighting what women can achieve when they join forces and have access to opportunities that help turn their aspirations into reality.
Amal Mohamed Al-Haj: How Collective Action Creates Opportunities for Stability
Amal Mohamed Al-Haj is one of ten women from East Nile locality in Khartoum State who came together to establish Al-Doha Neighborhood Grocery Store, as part of the Women’s Productive Groups initiative implemented by Sadagaat Charity Organization with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Through this initiative, Amal and the nine other women gained an opportunity to work together on a productive business that contributes to strengthening their economic independence and supports their pursuit of greater financial stability.
In this story, Amal shares part of her journey and reflects on how the initiative has opened new opportunities for her and her fellow women, highlighting what women can achieve when they have access to the resources and opportunities needed to work and build sustainable livelihoods.
Watch Amal’s story and discover the impact of this initiative on her journey and that of her fellow women.
Growing Up with the Spirit of Volunteering: Mariam's Story
From an early age, Mariam watched her father dedicate his time to volunteer work, inspiring in her a deep appreciation for kindness, generosity, and serving others. As she grew older, simply watching was no longer enough—she was determined to take part and become a contributor to every initiative that could make a positive difference in people's lives.
Mariam's journey is a reminder that the values of compassion and community are often nurtured from childhood. When children grow up surrounded by the spirit of giving, volunteering becomes more than an activity—it becomes part of who they are.
At Sadagaat Charity Organization, we believe that a community begins with an idea, and that idea grows stronger with every person who chooses to make a difference—no matter their age.
From Volunteering to Creating Impact: Mohamed Khalid’s Journey
For Mohamed Khalid, volunteering with Sadagaat Charity Organization's E-Learning Project in the Red Sea State was far more than a volunteer experience—it became a journey of personal growth, professional development, and meaningful impact.
Reflecting on his experience, Mohamed shared:
"This journey was more than just a volunteering experience. It was a genuine opportunity for personal and professional growth, and it left a lasting impression on me about the importance of humanitarian work and its power to create positive change."
Throughout the project, Mohamed gained valuable hands-on experience in fieldwork while working alongside a dedicated team committed to expanding access to education for children. The experience also strengthened his communication skills, teamwork, leadership, and sense of responsibility, equipping him with skills that will continue to shape his future.
Mohamed's story highlights how volunteering creates a lasting impact—not only for the communities being served but also for the volunteers themselves. By contributing their time, skills, and compassion, volunteers become an essential part of building stronger, more resilient communities.
At Sadagaat Charity Organization, we are proud of every volunteer who has been part of our journey. We believe that lasting impact is created not only through projects, but through the people who choose to make a difference.
Through the Women's Agricultural Enterprises Support activity in Sharq Al Neel, Khartoum State, implemented under the Strengthening Resilience and Recovery for Returnees and Host Communities in Sharq Al Neel Locality project by Sadagaat Charity Organization with support from UNDP Sudan, “Ahlam” received the support needed to strengthen and expand her agricultural enterprise.
Today, her land has become more productive, and her agricultural enterprise has grown into a sustainable source of income, helping improve her family's livelihood and creating greater opportunities for long-term economic stability. The transformation of her project demonstrates how the right support can turn agricultural potential into productive, income-generating opportunities.
“Ahlam's” story reflects the impact the activity strives to achieve. By supporting women's agricultural enterprises, the initiative enables women to strengthen their agricultural businesses, increase productivity, improve their livelihoods, and contribute to food security while building more resilient communities.
Amid the difficult circumstances caused by the war, “Mohamed Allam”, a child from El Fasher, was injured by a gunshot wound to the head that affected his ability to speak and impacted his mobility. This marked the beginning of a challenging journey in search of the medical care he urgently needed.
Following the injury, “Mohamed” was displaced with his family on a difficult journey, while he continued to suffer from the consequences of the incident for weeks. The bullet remained lodged in his head, and a brain abscess developed, further worsening his medical condition.
When the referral team at Sadagaat Charity Organization received a report about “Mohamed’s” case, he was supported through the Referral System under the Health and Nutrition Project, funded by the Sudan Humanitarian Fund (SHF) through Alight, as part of the Emergency Response Program within the first 48 hours. Through this intervention, “Mohamed” was referred to Dongola Police Hospital, Northern State, where he underwent a critical surgery to remove the bullet and treat the brain abscess.
During his treatment and recovery period, “Mohamed” received the necessary support to access healthcare services, including assistance with transportation, treatment-related expenses, and essential needs, in addition to psychological support that helped him cope with the impact of the traumatic experience.
Following the successful surgery, “Mohamed” regained his ability to speak and showed improvement in his mobility, giving him a renewed opportunity to return to his daily life. His story reflects the impact achieved through the Referral Program under the Health and Nutrition Project; by facilitating access to specialized medical services and providing comprehensive support to the most vulnerable cases, the program helped save critical cases and provided patients with a real opportunity for treatment and recovery.
