Amid the chaos of conflict in Sudan, the Arab 6 camp in Kassala state has become a refuge for families fleeing violence, offering children a semblance of normalcy through education and creative expression.
Seventeen-year-old Remah recalls the terror of gunfire in Al Jazirah state late last year.
“We didn’t know where we were going. But my family decided we had to leave immediately,” she says.
Now at Arab 6, she finds solace in drawing traditional dresses in a child-friendly space filled with laughter and art.
Salawa, another 17-year-old, fled with her family after losing her home and a friend to the conflict.
“I miss my home and friends,” she says, though the camp has brought new friendships and moments of joy through creative activities.
UNICEF-supported spaces provide not only play and counseling but also educational opportunities.
Over 1,600 children, including 13-year-old Taha, have enrolled in classes. “I really missed studying,” says Taha, who dreams of becoming a doctor to help those in need.
Despite the ongoing crisis, the camp offers a glimmer of hope.
“We’re seeing a positive change in how children interact,” says Abdullah, a child-friendly space coordinator. “When they first arrived, they drew guns; now they draw flowers.”
