Mercy Corps CEO Tjada D’Oyen McKenna recent trip to Sudan

Sudan is facing one of the world’s most urgent humanitarian crises — yet across the country, communities are still building, adapting, and persevering. Mercy Corps CEO Tjada D’Oyen McKenna shares what she witnessed on the ground during her recent trip to Sudan: the resilience of women-led farming cooperatives, the power of solar irrigation, and the ways local communities are supporting families displaced by conflict. From expanding crop seasons to creating new jobs, opening community stores, and helping children stay in school, these women are proving what’s possible when people have the tools and support they need. Their work is not only sustaining their families — it’s strengthening entire communities during an incredibly challenging time. Mercy Corps continues to partner with Sudanese communities to rebuild agricultural systems, improve access to finance, and connect farmers to higher-value markets. The future of Sudan depends on restoring its role as a regional breadbasket, and these cooperatives are showing the path forward. To learn more about Mercy Corps’ work or support communities in Sudan, visit mercycorps.org.