SSIANA Webinars and Information Sessions
SSIANA Webinars and Information Sessions
Upcoming Information Sessions
SSIANA is proud to offer a variety of programs and activities tailored to youth, women, and seniors. These sessions are designed to inspire creativity, preserve cultural heritage, and empower participants to share their unique stories through various artistic expressions.
Engage and Empower Program
These sessions guide participants in creating competitive applications for SSIANA’s Creative Programs, including poetry, storytelling, dance, and cultural preservation.
Schedule and Registration:
South Sudanese Indie Authors Network Association (SSIAN)
Program Schedule & Registration (Sept 2025 – Sept 2026)
Set 1: September – December 2025
Youth Poetry & Storytelling
Date: Monday, September 15, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
Events Registration
Women’s Creative Arts
Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Seniors’ Storytelling & Dance
Date: Monday, September 29, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Emerging Authors Workshop (Youth)
Date: Monday, October 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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(Continues weekly...)
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Graduation Showcase & Certificates Ceremony
Date: Monday, December 15, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
South Sudanese Indie Authors Network Association (SSIAN)
Program Schedule & Registration (January – September 2026)
Set 2: January – April 2026
Youth Poetry Circle
Date: Jan 24, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Women’s Creative Arts (Painting, Crafts, Performance)
Date: Jan 31, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Seniors’ Storytelling & Oral History
Date: Feb 7, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Emerging Authors (Youth – Short Stories & Essays)
Date: Feb 14, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Women’s Advocacy Through Writing (Letters, Memoirs, Essays)
Date: Feb 21, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Seniors’ Memoirs & Cultural Dance
Date: Feb 28, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Youth Spoken Word & Music
Date: Mar 7, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Women’s Visual Storytelling & Collage
Date: Mar 14, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Seniors’ Cultural Dance Performance Practice
Date: Mar 21, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Youth Open Mic (Poetry Slam Edition)
Date: Mar 28, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Cross-Generational Storytelling (Youth + Seniors)
Date: Apr 4, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Dress Rehearsal & Community Sharing
Date: Apr 11, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Graduation Showcase & Certificates Ceremony
Date: Apr 18, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Set 3: May – August 2026
Youth Poetry & Storytelling (Summer Focus)
Date: May 2, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Women’s Creative Arts (Summer Showcase Prep)
Date: May 9, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Seniors’ Storytelling & Cultural Dance (Outdoor Sessions)
Date: May 16, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Emerging Authors (Youth – Cultural Identity Focus)
Date: May 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Women’s Advocacy Through Writing (Freedom & Belonging)
Date: May 30, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Seniors’ Memoirs – Oral Story Collection
Date: Jun 6, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Youth Music & Poetry Jam
Date: Jun 13, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Women’s Arts Festival Preparation
Date: Jun 20, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Seniors’ Dance Showcase Practice
Date: Jun 27, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Youth Theatre & Spoken Word
Date: Jul 4, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Community Storytelling Festival Prep
Date: Jul 11, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Final Rehearsals & Recording Sessions
Date: Jul 18, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Summer Arts Showcase & Certificates Ceremony
Date: Aug 1, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
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Closing Celebration
Youth Poetry & Storytelling Grand Finale & All Sets Graduation Celebration
Date: September 2, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
Explore and Create Program
October 2025 – June 2026
This program helps participants develop projects in emerging authorship, cultural preservation, and artistic performance, tailored for youth, women, and seniors. Sessions are conducted in English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, and Bari to ensure inclusion and accessibility for all community members.
Schedule and Registration
Set 1: October – December 2025
Youth Poetry & Storytelling
📅 Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Women’s Creative Arts (Writing, Crafts, and Expression)
📅 Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Seniors’ Storytelling & Dance
📅 Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Emerging Authors Workshop (Youth – Creative Writing & Identity)
📅 Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
End-of-Year Showcase & Certificates Ceremony
📅 Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Set 2: January – March 2026
Emerging Authors for Youth
📅 Date: Thursday, February 13, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Emerging Authors for Youth (Full-Day Workshop)
📅 Date: Sunday, February 16, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Women’s Advocacy Through Writing (Letters, Memoirs, Essays)
📅 Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Women’s Advocacy Through Writing (Weekend Intensive)
📅 Date: Saturday, March 1, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Seniors’ Memoirs & Cultural Dance (Evening Session)
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Seniors’ Memoirs & Cultural Dance (Weekend Session)
📅 Date: Sunday, March 9, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Set 3: April – June 2026
Youth Open Mic & Creative Showcase
📅 Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Women’s Visual Storytelling & Performance
📅 Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Seniors’ Cultural Dance & Storytelling Festival Prep
📅 Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Community Arts Celebration & Graduation Ceremony
📅 Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣 Language: English, Arabic, Juba Arabic, Bari
🔗 Events Registration
Variety of Activities and Programs
Youth Programs
Poetry Slam for Change: A platform empowering young voices to address social issues through poetry, performance, and spoken word.
Digital Storytelling Bootcamp: Youth combine creative writing with multimedia tools to produce digital stories reflecting identity, community, and belonging.
Emerging Authors Series: Writing and storytelling sessions nurturing future authors and leaders through creativity and mentorship.
Women’s Programs
Her Voice Workshops: Writing and discussion sessions promoting resilience, empowerment, and identity through personal narratives.
Mothers and Daughters Storytelling Project: A generational initiative preserving family wisdom and strengthening cultural ties through shared stories.
Advocacy Through Writing: Essays, memoirs, and letters advocating for women’s experiences, freedom, and belonging.
Seniors’ Programs
Memoir Writing Workshops: Guided writing sessions that help seniors document life experiences, cultural heritage, and community history.
Storytelling Circles: Interactive gatherings celebrating oral traditions, songs, and dances that connect elders with youth.
Cultural Dance & Performance Sessions: Movement-based storytelling showcasing South Sudanese culture and legacy.
How to Register
Visit the Events Registration links for the session you’re interested in.
For inquiries, email us at contactssiana@proton.me
Program Availability
Weekdays: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Weekends (Saturday & Sunday): 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Stay Updated
We regularly update our schedule with new sessions. Check back often for the latest events and activities!
