Welcome to SSHCO

Southern Sudan Health Care Organization is an organization created to provide relief and support to the people of Southern Sudan. Started by Jacob Atem and Lual Deng, two of the Lost Boys of Sudan, their vision is to raise funds to build a medical clinic to serve the needy in Southern Sudan.

SSHCO is a non-profit organization co-founded by Jacob and Lual on March 27, 2008.  Both are two of the Lost Boys of Sudan who came to America in 2001. Jacob is a graduate from Spring Arbor University and is currently enrolled in the Masters of Public Health degree program at Michigan State University.  Lual is a senior economics student with specialization in international development at Michigan State University. Together, they drive the vision and message of a safer Southern Sudan through healthcare and education.

SSHCO’s Mission Statement

The Southern Sudan Healthcare Organization has been set up to support the people of Southern Sudan by providing healthcare facilities, education in healthcare and sanitation, and assist in the provision and delivery of healthcare supplies.

Contact SSHCO

Feel free to meet Jacob and Lual, learn about the vision of SSHCO, and donate to the cause. If you have questions, please contact us.