Nursing and midwifery college a beacon of hope for South Sudan
Summary
Since its founding in 2009, The Catholic Health Training Institute (CHTI) has trained 324 healthcare professionals, specializing in nursing and midwifery. The institute fosters unity by admitting students from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds across the country. It offers both professional training and holistic development, integrating environmental education and organic farming practices. Supported by Solidarity with South Sudan, CHTI has earned a reputation as the best nursing and midwifery college in the country. CHTI’s mission extends beyond education, aiming to inspire a united South Sudan through dignity, equity, and unity.
Relevance
This demonstrates the continued active role of catholicism in supplementing healthcare. Although some regions of the world are straying away from catholic roots and identity, examples like this indicate that the role of the church and the faith is still active and prominent in enhancing healthcare.