In response to the disastrous situation in Sudan since the start of the civil war in April 2023, World BEYOND War, through its Senegal chapter, launched the #HandsOffSudan campaign to call for a return to peace. The campaign mobilized thousands of citizens around the world, who signed the petition asking:

- The United Arab Emirates to stop supplying ammunition to the Rapid Support Forces;

- Iran to stop supplying drones to the Sudanese Armed Forces;

- Russia and Ukraine to halt the flow of weapons, military equipment, and troops to Sudan.

On December 11, 2025, we are organizing a one-hour webinar on Zoom, from 3 to 4 p.m. GMT (Find the time in your time zone), to update on the progress of the campaign, discuss the current situation in Sudan, and outline the next steps, including the delivery of petitions and the way forward in calling for an end to the war.

Find our speakers' biographies here:

Suzanne Diouf Mbodji
Suzanne is a Co-Coordinator of the Senegal Chapter of World BEYOND War. She holds a degree in Legal and Political Sciences and is pursuing a dual Master's degree, one in Peace and Security and the other in General Public Law. Her academic progress reflects her deep commitment to promoting peace, human security, and social justice in West Africa. She has worked on initiatives aimed at promoting regional integration in West Africa through projects that have allowed her to engage in advocacy activities, awareness campaigns, and events designed to strengthen unity and solidarity within the West African community.

Manal Taha

Manal Taha is an anthropologist and conflict analyst with over 20 years of experience in conflict mediation and women, peace, and security. Her expertise in different conflict zones includes Sudan, South Sudan, Libya, Niger, Tanzania, and Bangladesh. She is leading Women, Peace, and Security and civilian inclusion in Sudan peace processes. Manal carried out security and studies analysis in different countries including Burkina Faso, Central Africa Republic, Uganda, Sudan, Cameroon, and Chad. She is member of the network of peace builders and Indigenous people mediators. Manal has two Masters' degrees from School of International Training SIT in Vermont and from University of Khartoum in Sudan.

Samba Baldeh
Samba Baldeh was elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly representing District 48 in Madison in 2020, serving through 2024. As a member of the Assembly, he championed legislation focused on equity, inclusive economic growth, technology policy, and expanded opportunity for all Wisconsinites. He served on the Board of Directors for the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), helping shape statewide strategies for business development, investment, and innovation. Before entering elective office, he spent 20 years in IT leadership, advancing from an entry-level position to Senior IT Manager. Beyond elected office, Samba is an entrepreneur and community advocate. He co-founded Wisconsin Africa Trade and Investment Promotion (WATIP), fostering commercial partnerships between Wisconsin-based businesses and African entrepreneurs. He serves on the boards of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Community Advisory Board, the African Association of Madison, and One City Schools.

Guy Feugap
Guy Feugap is the Africa Organizer of World BEYOND War. He is a teacher, writer and peace activist based in Cameroon. His overall job is to educate youth for peace and non-violence. His work puts young girls in particular at the heart of crisis resolution, awareness raising on several issues in their communities. He joined WILPF Cameroon when it was established in 2014 and founded the Cameroon Chapter of World BEYOND War in 2020.

Jalelah Sofia Ahmed
Jalelah Sofia Ahmed is the founder and Editor‑in‑Chief of Kandaka Magazine, a platform amplifying Sudanese voices, centering women’s leadership, and documenting historical truth. In 2021, she led the Sudanese diaspora’s successful campaign to lobby Congress to remove Sudan from the U.S. list of State Sponsors of Terrorism, underscoring the power of organized advocacy in shaping foreign policy. Her career spans journalism and public service, from AccuWeather and Al Jazeera America to senior communications roles in Congress and federal agencies. She currently serves as Deputy Communications Director for the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.