Breaking Barriers, Empowering Voices, Creating Impact

Championing inclusion and accessibility in every space. Whether advocating for disability rights, shaping inclusive policies, or using storytelling to inspire change, Savia is committed to building a more equitable world—one conversation, policy, and collaboration at a time.

About Savia Juan

Savia Juan Jackson Lodiong – Disability Rights Activist, SRHR Advisor, Entrepreneur, and Actress

My journey has instilled in me a deep sense of resilience, and I am driven to be a voice for those who may not have the opportunity to be heard. This motivation is rooted in the belief that disability inclusion is not just a cause; it’s a commitment to reshaping narratives and dismantling barriers.

Kind words for past clients

I first met Savia at a workshop in Juba in 2022, where I was the facilitator and she was a participant. In just three days, I witnessed her overcome fear and step into her power with courage and vulnerability. From that moment, we never looked back. Today, we stand as partners and co-activists in the disability inclusion space. Savia continues to mentor and teach me through her curiosity, sharp inquiry, and fearless pursuit of knowledge. She brings an extraordinary blend of youthful playfulness, determination, reliability, resilience, emotional intelligence, and deep compassion to everything she does. What sets Savia apart is her unwavering clarity of purpose—she knows exactly who she is and where she is going. With her fierce commitment and sense of urgency, South Sudan’s human, gender, and disability rights agenda is in powerful, capable hands.

Savia is a true inspiration. She’s managed to balance her academic pursuits with a passion for advocacy and leadership on campus. Her dedication to making a difference in the lives of others is truly admirable. Through her hard work and determination, she’s become a beacon of hope for students seeking to create positive change in their communities.

Areas of Impact

🌍 Disability Rights Advocacy

Championing Inclusion and Equal Opportunities 🔹 Advocacy & Policy Influence: Works closely with policymakers, organizations, and communities to promote disability-inclusive policies, ensuring equal rights and opportunities for Persons with Disabilities. 🔹 Intersectionality & Cultural Perspectives: Advocates for disability rights within African cultural contexts, emphasizing how gender, culture, and disability intersect. 🔹 Education & Accessibility: Pushes for inclusive education systems, ensuring children with disabilities receive proper support and resources. 🔹 Community Engagement: Conducts awareness campaigns to challenge stereotypes and create inclusive environments for persons with disabilities.

🩺 Sexual and Reproductive Health & Rights (SRHR)

Empowering Marginalized Communities through Health Advocacy 🔹 Youth & Women’s Health Empowerment: Educates and empowers young people, women, and Persons with Disabilities on their sexual and reproductive rights. 🔹 Policy & Awareness Initiatives: Collaborates with health organizations to improve SRHR policies, ensuring access to family planning, reproductive healthcare, and youth-friendly services. 🔹 Capacity Building: Trains health professionals and organizations on how to provide disability-inclusive SRHR services. 🔹 UNCRPD & SDGs Alignment: Advocates for SRHR in alignment with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

💼 Entrepreneurship

Creating Economic Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities 🔹 Inclusive Business Leadership: Leads a business that prioritizes accessibility, promoting employment opportunities for Persons with Disabilities. 🔹 Empowerment Through Skills Development: Provides mentorship and business training for young entrepreneurs, especially those with disabilities. 🔹 Job Creation & Advocacy: Advocates for inclusive hiring practices, ensuring that workplaces accommodate and empower Persons with Disabilities. 🔹 Financial Independence for Women & Youth: Supports women, girls, and youth in gaining financial independence through business and skill development.

🎭 Acting & Storytelling

Challenging Stereotypes and Changing Narratives 🔹 Actress with Angel Films South Sudan: Uses film as a platform to raise awareness about social issues, disability rights, and gender equality. 🔹 Representation in Media: Advocates for positive and authentic representation of Persons with Disabilities in the entertainment industry. 🔹 Storytelling for Advocacy: Believes in the power of narrative change—using personal and collective stories to challenge biases and shift societal perceptions. 🔹 Creative Expression for Social Change: Engages in theater, film, and media projects that promote inclusivity, challenge discrimination, and celebrate diversity.

My Journey: A Timeline of Impact

Community Outreach & SRHR Advocacy – Reproductive Health Association of South Sudan (RHASS)

Role: Community Outreach & Awareness Coordinator – WISH Project
Key Contributions:
Led Sexual and Reproductive Health & Rights (SRHR) awareness programs targeting youth, women, and Persons with Disabilities.
Conducted family planning education, ensuring access to youth-friendly services in underserved communities.
Collaborated with local organizations to promote inclusive healthcare initiatives.

📚 Mentoring & Disability Inclusion – Mott MacDonald (Girls' Education South Sudan - GESS)

Role: Mentoring Coordinator → Disability Inclusion Coordinator
Key Contributions:
✔️ Supervised mentoring programs across 10 states & 3 administrative areas, providing guidance to 24 mentoring assistants.
✔️ Transitioned into Disability Inclusion, ensuring learners with disabilities received necessary resources and support.
✔️ Advocated for inclusive education policies, helping establish referral pathways for students with disabilities.

Actress & Storytelling Advocate – Angel Films South Sudan

Role: Actress & Disability Inclusion Advocate in Media
Key Contributions:
✔️ Featured in films that challenge stereotypes and promote disability inclusion.
✔️ Advocates for authentic representation of Persons with Disabilities in media.
✔️ Uses storytelling as a tool for social change, awareness, and empowerment.

🔥 SRHR Advisor & Capacity Building – YGlobal South Sudan

Role: Sexual & Reproductive Health & Rights (SRHR) Advisor
Key Contributions:
✔️ Trained youth, women, and Persons with Disabilities on SRHR, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and UNCRPD.
✔️ Built the capacity of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities, strengthening their advocacy efforts.
✔️ Advocated for employment opportunities for PWDs, working to integrate inclusivity into workplace policies.

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