Registration...

I now have in my hands our Certificate of Registration, confirming that Australian Churches of Christ Global Mission Partners is a registered Non-Government Organisation in Southern Sudan. Effectively this is a licence by the Government of Southern Sudan for us to operate in the country and to conduct Christian missions, and to provide humanitarian aid and community development projects.

Until now we have supported Christian leaders and organisations with various church based ministries and development projects. Our registration means we can now run our own projects, employ leaders, open a bank account, receive tax exemptions and entry permits, own and register vehicles and other practicalities associated with establishing our mission. I have also been informed that we will now qualify for registration with the UN which will give access to the highest level security advice, transport on UN planes, and evacuation in the event of an emergency.

I want to thank George Agwer who delivered our application in Juba earlier this year, and recently returned with our certificate. George has also been instrumental in continuing preparations for the establishment of our mission in Marialbai amongst war orphans. But I will write more on this soon...

PS- Some people have told me they have had difficulty posting comments. I have changed the settings to make this easier. Would love to hear from you...