Salva Dut

Salva Dut, one of Sudan's 'Lost Boys,' shares his incredible journey of survival after being separated from his family during the civil war. He vividly recounts his harrowing escape from Sudan at age 11, facing trauma and the challenges of life in a refugee camp. Salva also reflects on the resilience of his community and the bonds formed among the boys during their ordeal. The emotional weight of isolation, longing for family, and the hope for a new life in the U.S. paints a powerful picture of perseverance and the search for connection.

Salva Dut, founder of Water for South Sudan, shares his poignant journey from being a 'lost boy' separated from his family during the civil war to becoming a beacon of hope for his community. He recounts the emotional reunion with his father and how it inspired him to fight against waterborne diseases. Dut discusses the challenges of drilling for clean water in South Sudan and the transformative effects it has on local communities while emphasizing resilience and the importance of family connections in times of conflict.