CommSA works to improve access to safe, clean, and reliable water sources, particularly in rural and peri-urban South Sudan where waterborne diseases are a leading cause of illness. The program implements borehole drilling, community water points, and water purification initiatives. In schools and public institutions CommSA introduces sustainable sanitation facilities to reduce open defecation and improve dignity, particularly for girls.

Hygiene promotion forms a key component, with training on proper sanitation practices, menstrual health management, and household-level water treatment. CommSA also engages in behavioral change campaigns to foster community-led sanitation, creating healthier environments and reducing the burden of preventable diseases.

CommSA promotes women’s leadership, socio-economic empowerment, and protection of rights. Women are supported through vocational training, entrepreneurship initiatives, and micro-finance opportunities that enhance financial independence. The program also builds women’s capacity to participate in peacebuilding and governance processes at community and national levels.

Recognizing that women bear the brunt of conflict and poverty, CommSA advocates for gender equality and works to reduce gender-based violence (GBV). Community dialogues, legal awareness campaigns, and psychosocial support services provide safe spaces for women and girls while addressing harmful cultural practices that perpetuate inequality.

Persons with disabilities (PWDs) are among the most marginalized in South Sudan. CommSA ensures their participation in all projects, integrating disability-friendly infrastructure in WASH, education, and health programs. By advocating for disability-inclusive policies, CommSA challenges stigma and enhances access to essential services.

The program provides capacity-building and livelihood opportunities for PWDs, empowering them to be self-reliant. CommSA also works with families, communities, and government institutions to improve accessibility in public services, ensuring that disability inclusion becomes a cornerstone of development interventions.

South Sudan is highly vulnerable to climate shocks, including floods and prolonged droughts. CommSA responds through tree planting, reforestation, and climate-smart agricultural practices that build resilience among smallholder farmers. Community members are engaged in environmental stewardship, fostering ownership in ecosystem restoration and biodiversity protection.

Waste management and recycling initiatives also form part of COMMSA’s interventions, particularly in urban settlements where unmanaged waste contributes to pollution. Climate awareness campaigns in schools and communities enhance knowledge on sustainable practices, strengthening the fight against climate change at the grassroots.

Conflict has devastated South Sudan, making peacebuilding and governance a central focus for COMMSA. The program strengthens community-based mechanisms for conflict resolution, promoting dialogue and traditional dispute resolution approaches. Training on peacebuilding, mediation, and reconciliation empowers communities to curb violence before it escalates.

COMMSA also fosters civic education and leadership development, particularly among women and youth, to enhance accountability and participation in governance. By bridging the gap between citizens and local authorities, COMMSA helps build trust, social cohesion, and inclusive governance structures.

Health indicators in South Sudan remain among the lowest globally, with maternal mortality at 1,150 per 100,000 live births and child mortality at 90 per 1,000 live births (UNICEF 2023). COMMSA prioritizes maternal and child health interventions, including antenatal care, skilled birth attendance, postnatal support, and immunization campaigns. Community health workers are trained to extend services to remote areas. CommSA is in partnership with Machozi ya Mwisho Intitative, a Kenyan Based organization championing for the maternal care and reduced martenal  mortality  rate.

Nutrition is also at the core, with nearly 1.4 million children under five projected to suffer from acute malnutrition in 2025 (OCHA). COMMSA runs feeding programs, promotes exclusive breastfeeding, and provides nutrition education for mothers and caregivers. Through partnerships, COMMSA supports food security initiatives and integrates nutrition-sensitive agriculture to prevent recurrent malnutrition.