Rita Lopidia is a peace activist from South Sudan, a country torn apart by civil war after independence in 2011. Rita is a refugee who was internally displaced as a child. She now splits her time between Europe, North America, and South Sudan. Rita’s powerful sense of connection and commitment to her community is inspiring.

Women In Conflict

Rita Lopidia, South Sudan

Women in settings of violent conflict are often thought of as passive victims. But in reality, women are very active. They’re teachers, aid workers, peacebuilders, political activists… and sometimes even combatants with militias and violent extremist organizations. Women and the roles they play mirror the complexities of conflict. Each episode dives into the purpose, motivation and background of a woman navigating life in conflict.

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Women In Conflict